Making Waves for a Cleaner Coast: XIM University’s NSS volunteers lead Puri Beach Cleanup with Sattvic Soul Foundation
Puri(02/03/2025): In an inspiring display of environmental responsibility, 55 enthusiastic volunteers from the NSS Cell of XIM University, accompanied by Program Officer Dr.Siddharth Misra and NSS Coordinator Prof.Jyoti Ranjan, embarked on a remarkable cleanliness drive organized at Puri Sea Beach, Odisha in collaboration with the Sattvic Soul Foundation. The team left campus at approximately 7:30 AM and arrived at Puri, heading to an isolated patch near Sterling Resort.
Before commencing their mission, volunteers received a briefing from the head of Soul Pluggers Satyabrata Samal and his team along with a wildlife expert Aakash Kumar Rath from Junglore foundation, emphasizing the ecological importance of keeping beaches clean.
Equipped with gloves and divided into six groups, each team collected plastic waste, including alcohol bottles, cigarette packets, plastic wrappers, and bags, ensuring a cleaner coastal environment. Adding an artistic touch to the initiative, a group of volunteers worked on a sand art display highlighting the endangered Irrawaddy dolphins and turtles, raising awareness about marine conservation.
As the team moved towards the bustling main beach area, they conducted an advocacy campaign, rallying with posters and gathering signatures on a petition standee to promote the cause of clean beaches.
After an impactful day, the volunteers relished a well-deserved lunch near Konark, enjoying delicious food under the shade of trees.
Post-lunch, they engaged in relaxation and recreational activities before heading back to campus by 6:30 PM, marking the end of a fulfilling and successful drive. This initiative stands as a testament to the commitment of young changemakers toward environmental conservation, setting an inspiring example for responsible tourism and community-driven sustainability efforts.
