About the Event

ARIES Science Club | World Environment Day 2026

Date: 05 June, 2026

World Environment Day is celebrated annually on 5 June to promote awareness and encourage action for the protection of the environment. It serves as a global platform to inspire individuals and communities to adopt sustainable practices and contribute to environmental conservation.

On this occasion, the ARIES Science Club organized a series of activities to promote environmental awareness and encourage active community participation as part of the World Environment Day 2026 celebrations.

🗓️ Schedule of Activities

1. Cleanliness Drive

• Time: 9:00 AM
• Participants: ARIES Research Scholars and ARIES Science Club members.
• Core Activities:
• Cleaning of the road stretch from ARIES to Hanumangarhi Temple.
• Cleaning of the Hanumangarhi Temple premises.
• Cleaning of the public park near the temple.
• Awareness generation on maintaining clean and sustainable surroundings.

2. Main Programme

• Time: 11:00 AM
• Participants: Around 60 students from Classes IX–XII from nearby schools.
• Programme Highlights:
• Documentary Screening: An environmental documentary by Sir David Attenborough.
• Popular Talk: Delivered by the Chief Guest, Vice-Chancellor of Kumaun University.
• Colloquium: Conducted by Prof. Yu Liya E.
• Discussions: Interactive sessions focused on environmental conservation, climate awareness, and sustainable development.

3. Photography Competition

• Theme: “Environment Through Camera Lens: Himalayas, Climate, and Community”
• Key Focus Areas:
• Encouraged participants to observe local environmental issues through photography.
• Highlighted the intricate relationship between the Himalayas, changing climate, and local communities.
• Promoted creative expression alongside environmental awareness.

4. Plantation Drive

• Time: Conclusion of the day’s programme
• Location: ARIES Campus
• Core Activities:
• Active participation from students, faculty members, and ARIES Science Club members.
• Plantation of approximately 25 saplings within the campus premises.
• Fostered a sense of environmental stewardship and sustainable practices among attendees.