KOHIMA — Commemorating World Environment Day under the local theme “Grow trees for greener and healthier environment,” the Directorate of Higher Education on June 5 organised a fruit tree plantation drive within the office premises in Kohima.
An update from the department stated that the minister of Higher Education and Tourism, Temjen Imna Along, provided 150 varieties of fruit saplings including Avocado, Apple, Peach, Gooseberry, Persimmon, Litchi, Star fruit etc.
During the ceremonial plantation, Sentiyanger Pongen, additional secretary of Higher and Technical Education, , advocated on fostering ecosystem restoration which requires collective action and individual responsibility for sustainable outcomes.
The director of Higher Education, Dr. A. Nshoga, highlighted environmental challenges and encouraged stewardship for promoting grassroot action.
Meanwhile, the department has appreciated the novel initiative taken by the committee composed of Menuokholie Kire, joint director; Dr. Medongoi Rhakho, deputy director; Lisepi Sangtam, OSD; Neitsho Wezah, liaison officer; and Watisangla, registrar.
The fruit saplings were planted by officers attached with their name tag and to be nurtured till retirement.