JAMAL MOHAMED COLLEGE

Event Name : CELEBERATION OF TOURISM DAY-2024 Cleaning Campaign

Posted On : 01 Oct 2024

Description :-

As part of the celebration of World Tourism Day, the staff and students of our Research Department of Hotel Management & Catering Science participated in a Cleaning Campaign organized by the Department of Tourism, Tamil Nadu, under the Swachhata Pakhwada scheme on September 27, 2024. Twenty-five students from the B.Sc. Hotel Management and Catering Science program participated in this initiative, accompanied by our faculty members, Mr. S. Yoganand and Mr. S. Samuel Anand Kumar. In alignment with the World Tourism Day celebration, our students cleaned the entire premises of Anna Planetarium. They took an oath with the public to raise awareness about “Swachhata Pakhwada.” The theme for Swachhata Pakhwada 2024 is "Clean and Green India" and "Waste to Wealth." After taking the oath, our students distributed awareness pamphlets to tourists visiting the site. Later, our students, faculty, and the Tourism Officer of Trichy planted saplings at Anna Planetarium, Tiruchirappalli, to raise awareness about the importance of trees among the younger generation and the local community. The students thoroughly enjoyed the activities and gained valuable insights into the history, growth, and development of Anna Planetarium. Outcomes of the Cleaning Campaign: 1. Enhanced Environmental Awareness: Participants and the general public gained a greater understanding of the importance of cleanliness and sustainability, promoting the ideals of "Clean and Green India." 2. Active Community Participation: The event fostered a sense of community involvement, with students and faculty collaborating with the public to promote environmental responsibility. 3. Practical Experience: Students engaged in hands-on activities, such as cleaning and planting, which enriched their understanding of environmental stewardship and community service. 4. Educational Impact: Students learned about the history and significance of the Anna Planetarium, enhancing their knowledge of local cultural heritage and its role in tourism. 5. Positive Public Engagement: The distribution of awareness pamphlets resulted in constructive interactions with tourists, helping them understand their role in maintaining cleanliness and conservation during their visits. 6. Long-term Commitment to Sustainability: The planting of saplings symbolized a commitment to environmental sustainability, encouraging participants to continue advocating for ecological responsibility in their future endeavors. 7. Strengthened Faculty-Student Relationships: The collaborative nature of the event fostered stronger relationships between faculty and students, promoting teamwork and mentorship within the department.