IPCA-INDIAN POLLUTION CONTROL ASSOCIATION WASTE MANAGEMENT AWARENESS PROGRAM

On June 30, 2025, we hosted the Indian Pollution Control Association (IPCA) team for an insightful awareness session on waste management and environmental responsibility. Family Integral Development Education Scheme Trust (FIDES) joined the Project S.O.R.T, funded by the Mother son Group and implemented by IPCA.

"The session began with an engaging street play highlighting the importance of proper waste disposal. The performance was both entertaining and impactful, capturing the students' attention and helping them clearly grasp the underlying message. "This was followed by an informative talk by Shruthi on the segregate on and disposal of various types of waste, encouraging students to adopt responsible habits.

A key highlight of the day was the inauguration of aero bins on campus—an eco-friendly initiative designed to convert wet waste into organic manure, promoting sustainable practices within the institution. On April 29, 2025, IPCA installed Aero bins, which were inaugurated on April 30, 2025 by Sr. Sherly Joseph, Superior of Provincial House, Sr. Jacintha Lobo, Lawyer and Teacher, Sr. Sumi Joseph, Director of FIDES.

To reinforce the key messages of the session, the IPCA team conducted fun and interactive activities that actively engaged students. They demonstrated proper methods of waste segregation and disposal, clearly explaining how to classify waste into wet, dry, and hazardous categories. Using creative smiley balls and color-coded dustbins for each type of waste, students participated in hands-on learning to better understand practical segregation techniques. This engaging approach not only educated students about responsible waste management but also ignited their interest in environmental care.

"To wrap up the session, the IPCA team distributed 'Best out of Waste' gifts, eco-friendly bags to all participants, and sweets to the students—reinforcing the key takeaways in a creative and memorable way. The session concluded on a thoughtful note, leaving a lasting impression about the importance of sustainability."

"Before concluding the session, students received results for the English assessment conducted by Jacintha Sister. Based on criteria such as attendance, discipline, communication, punctuality, and the English assessment scores, points were awarded to each student. From these, three winners were selected and awarded prizes. Finally, the session concluded with a thoughtful gesture—an eco-friendly potted plant was presented as a return gift to Ms. Shruthi and her team, symbolizing appreciation and a commitment to sustainability."