Awareness Programme on Balanced Diet and Waste Segregation

An Awareness Programme on Waste Segregation and Health & Hygiene was organized by the Coordinator, Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA) Cell, Government Degree College Kangan, along with his team at Government Boys Primary School Satrina and the Anganwadi Centre, Satrina, on 15 September 2026. The programme was organized with the objective of creating awareness among students, Anganwadi workers and local villagers regarding the importance of proper waste segregation, cleanliness, personal hygiene and a healthy environment. The participants were sensitized about the harmful effects of improper disposal of waste and the importance of adopting responsible waste-management practices in their homes and surroundings. During the programme, students actively participated in practical activities related to waste segregation. They were demonstrated how to identify and separate different types of waste, particularly biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste. The Anganwadi workers also participated actively and helped in spreading the message of cleanliness and proper waste management among children and community members. Special emphasis was laid on health and hygiene practices, including regular handwashing, maintaining personal cleanliness, keeping the surroundings clean, safe disposal of waste, and preventing the spread of diseases through unhygienic conditions. The participants were encouraged to adopt these practices in their daily lives and to motivate other members of the community to do the same. The interactive activities generated considerable interest among the students and villagers. The programme provided an opportunity for students and community members to understand that waste segregation at source is an important step towards a cleaner, healthier and more sustainable community. Refreshments were also served to all the participants of the programme as a gesture of appreciation for their active participation and cooperation. The participants appreciated the initiative and actively engaged in the awareness activities. The programme concluded with an appeal to all participants to make cleanliness, proper waste segregation and personal hygiene a regular part of their daily routine. The active participation of the students, Anganwadi workers and community members contributed significantly to the success of the awareness programme.