Nubra, 31 May, 2025: Day 2 of World Environment Week in Nubra began with a plantation drive at Sumoor Samstanling Gonpa, in the presence of SDM Nubra, IAS Mukul Beniwal.
Other officials included the Naib Tehsildar Sumoor, the Nodal Officer for World Environment Week, Incharge Range Officer Nubra, BO Diskit, and officials from the Forest and Wildlife Department. Monastery monks also gathered to plant saplings, underscoring the importance of environmental conservation.
Later in the day, a cleanliness drive at the Hunder Sand Dunes was also organized by Wildlife Department in collaboration with Camel Association, local villagers, and shop owners. The initiative sought to address the growing issue of littering in the area, a popular tourist destination, by engaging the community in cleaning efforts and raising awareness about the need for responsible tourism and waste management.
Both events were marked by active participation and cooperation, highlighting the commitment of the Nubra community to environmental sustainability.