The Nature Club

29/03/2026

On 21 March The Nature Club participated in one day workshop on the Theme Forest and Healthy Economics

29/03/2026

Nature Club Participated in Mangrove awareness Programme organised by Department of Environment and forest, Andaman and Nicobar Islands

06/03/2026

06/03/2026

9th Dr. T.C. Khatri Memorial lecture held at JNRM
The 9th Dr. T.C. Khatri Memorial Lecture was successfully organized at JNRM, Sri Vijaya Puram, continuing the tradition of honoring the academic legacy of late Dr. T.C. Khatri. This year’s lecture was delivered by Dr. Ningombam Somorjit Singh, noted anthropologist and Head of the Anthropological Survey of India (Andaman & Nicobar Regional Centre), on the theme “PVTGs of Andaman & Nicobar Islands: Origin & Distribution.” Dr. Singh provided a comprehensive anthropological perspective on the origins and distribution of the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) of the islands. Principal J.N.R.M., Dr. Pearl Devdas, in her message emphasized that the Memorial Lecture series has become a platform for nurturing curiosity, encouraging critical thinking, and inspiring the younger generation to contribute meaningfully to the society. Dr. K.C. Joshi, Chairman, highlighted that initiatives like these not only honor the academic legacy of Dr. T.C. Khatri but also play a vital role in motivating students to engage deeply with anthropological and cultural studies. Earlier, Lt. Dr. V.K. Sahu, Convener of the Memorial Lecture, welcomed the gathering and spoke about the aims and objectives of the series. He emphasized that the lecture is designed to foster academic dialogue, inspire students, and preserve the intellectual legacy of Dr. Khatri. • Ms. Navya presented a brief biodata of Dr. T.C. Khatri, highlighting his academic contributions and legacy. Ms. Pushpa, Faculty in Zoology shared her personal experiences with Dr. Khatri during her student days, recalling his guidance and inspiration. Ms. Ankita Mondal, Faculty in Zoology proposed the vote of thanks, acknowledging the speaker, organizers, and participants. The entire programme was compared by Ms. Sunitha and Ms. Rish*ta Ganni P., ensuring smooth conduct of the event. The lecture was witnessed by students of Zoology, Botany, and Home Science, along with Heads of Departments and faculty members, making it a truly interdisciplinary academic gathering.

23/09/2025

Nukkad Natak
Prepared by The Nature Club
in order to create awareness about Ozone layer Protection.
presented on 18 Sep 2025 as a part of Ozone Day Celebration

23/09/2025

World Ozone Day was observed on 18 Sep 2025 at JNRM by Nature Club, Department of Zoology in Collaboration with BSI, Sri Vijaya Puram. A mass plantation were done in college premises followed by Skit, Poem and Lecture in order to create awareness about the Ozone Layer depletion and it’s Conservation.

Lt. Dr. Vivek Kumar Sahu,
Assistant Professor & ANO
Deptt. of Zoology, JNRM, Port Blair

23/09/2025

50 The Nature Club Volunteer participated in International coastal cleanup (ICC) 2025, on 20 Sep 25 at Wandoore beach, Sri Vijaya Puram, organized by Indian Coast Guard.

Lt. Dr. Vivek Kumar Sahu,
Chairman the Nature Club
Assistant Professor & ANO
Deptt. of Zoology, JNRM, Port Blair

23/09/2025

The Nature Club Participated in “Swachchhta Hi Seva” (SHS) 2025 campaign on 23/09/2025, organized by ZSI (EIACP center on Islands Biodiversity) to raise awareness among society about sustainability, Hygiene and Environment preservation.

Lt. Dr. Vivek Kumar Sahu,
Chairman The Nature Club
Assistant Professor & ANO
Deptt. of Zoology, JNRM, Port Blair

30/07/2025

The Nature club participated in Van Mahotsav, 2025, celebrated by BSI, ANRC, Sri Vijay Puram at the Experimental Garden, Nayashahar. Students were organises an awareness rally from the garden to Near by tsunami Shelter Basti and distributed saplings of fruiting and medicinal importance.

11/02/2025

In the memory of Late Dr. T.C. Khatri, who rendered his services in the college as HOD (Zoology) and was also a renowned naturalist and researcher in the field of butterflies, a memorial lecture is being conducted on 12th of February every year since 2018. This year the 8Th “Dr. T.C. Khatri Memorial Lecture” will be delivered on the topic- MARINE FISHERY RESOURCE OF ANDAMAN AND NICOBAR ISLANDS WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO CODE OF CONDUCT FOR RESPONSIBLE FISHERIES (CCRF, FAO, 1995) in Seminar Hall (Room no. 52) on 12th February 2025 by 10:30 AM. DR. VINOD KUMAR MUDUMALA, Zonal Director, Fishery survey of India, will deliver lectures on the above topic.