NewZNew (S A S Nagar) : Ashmah International School Sector – 70, in association with Loins Club Chandigarh celebrated Van Mahotsav by planting different type of trees and plant in & around the school campus. The school children whole heartily took part in the event and pledged to look after the trees planted by them. They also promised to plant tree in the city wherever it is feasible to get appropriate piece of land for plantation.

Dheeraj Kumar, President of the Lions Club appreciated the efforts of the school for its contribution for the creation of sustainable environment. Principal of the school, Amarpreet Kaur, motivated the students to carry on this effort and to continue their efforts for the creation of healthy environment. She explained in detail the need for tree plantation for the protection of the green cover of the mother earth, which is very necessary for healthy living and  existence of the mankind. According to her saplings would not only  beautify the surroundings but also lead to a greener, more eco-friendly and pollution-free environment.

Director Ashmah International School J.S. Kesar said at the moment that the main aim of celebrating Van Mahotsav was to make the students aware about the hazards of pollution and the need for planting more trees so as to save our earth. He further also discouraged the usage of paper bags and make city plastic free. With a motive to sensitize people about the dangers being faced by the green planet, students took a pledge to make the city plastic free.

At this occasion the Lions Club Chandigarh Greater also organized the health check-up for the student of the Ashmah International School by trained, competent & experienced Doctors from different specialties.