The Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC), DRIEMS University, in collaboration with the Department of Chemistry, School of Natural Sciences, conducted an Expert Talk on “National Pollution Control Day” on 2nd December 2025.
Prof. (Dr.) Jaya Krushna Panigrahi, an environmental expert, educationist, and advisor of ECOSUSTAIN FORUMS, joined as the chief speaker. National Pollution Control Day is observed to remember the victims of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy and to emphasize the need for responsibility, awareness, and sustainable practices that lead to a safer environment.
Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Prakash Kumar Hota, delivered the inaugural address, stressing the importance of this observance. The session by Prof. Panigrahi covered key areas including environmental sustainability, biodiversity conservation, waste management practices, and the impact of greenhouse gases.
The event was well coordinated by Dr. Deepak Ranjan Biswal, HoD Mechanical & Convenor, IIC, DRIEMS University.
