24/09/2026
The Centre for Eco-Feminine Excellence – Green Campus of St. Mary’s College (Autonomous), Thoothukudi, organised the “Inauguration of Mega Tree Plantation Drive” on 7th September 2026. The programme was organised in alignment with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 11, 13 and 15, which focus on sustainable cities and communities, climate action, and life on land. The programme aimed to create awareness among students about environmental conservation, sustainable living, responsible waste management and the importance of increasing green cover. The Mega Tree Plantation Drive was envisioned as an important step towards strengthening the institution’s commitment to building a green and environmentally responsible campus. A major highlight of the programme was the insightful address by Mrs. S. Priyanka, IAS on waste management and responsible waste disposal. She emphasised that effective waste management begins at the point where waste is generated.
The Commissioner explained the different types of waste generated in households and institutions and stressed the importance of source segregation. She insisted that waste should be separated into four major categories rather than being mixed together. The programme was successfully conducted with the blessings and guidance of Pillars of the management Rev. Sr. Dr. S. Kulandai Therese, Secretary, Rev. Sr. Dr. C. Shibana, Principal, Rev. Sr. Dr. M. S. Ezhilarasi, Deputy Principal, Rev. Sr. Dr. A. Arockia Jenecious Alponse, Director, SSC and headed by Dr. Bulomine Regi Assistant Professor of Commerce & UBA Coordinator, Dr. S. Selvi, Assistant Professor of Zoology and Director, Centre of Eco-Feminine Excellence, and Dr. R. Sripriya, Assistant Professor of Zoology and Assistant Director, Centre of Eco-Feminine Excellence, with the support of the organising committee comprising Dr. F. Dayana Lobo, Assistant Professor of Botany; Ms. S. Sujitha, Assistant Professor of Microbiology; and Ms. R. Renuga Devi, Assistant Professor of Economics.
