- DIMAPUR — In line with this year’s World
Environment Day global call for environmental restoration, Asufii Christian
Institute (ACI), Senapati district, under the initiative of its Eco-Club,
organised an indigenous cherry plantation drive on Thursday.
- The plantation drive on the theme ‘One student, one tree’
commenced at Kapengho, along the interstate road to Kidimi, Nagaland, and
extended to the ACI campus, covering a stretch of approximately 1.5 kilometres,
an update stated.
Students of Asufii Christian Institute during the cherry
plantation drive on Thursday.
- The event was spearheaded by Dr. Lokho Chakre, convener of
the Eco-Club, who highlighted the ecological and cultural value of indigenous
species.
- “This initiative is not just about planting trees — it’s
about cultivating responsibility, reviving our connection with the land, and
preserving the natural beauty of our region,” he shared.
- ACI Principal Dr. Daili Neli appreciated the collective
effort of the ACI community and noted that such an initiative goes beyond
symbolic celebration. “Planting indigenous trees not only enhances the
landscape but also safeguards local biodiversity and cultural heritage”.
- Through the exercise, the college hopes to instil a lasting
sense of ecological stewardship in every student and staff member.
- The ‘One student, one tree’ campaign is part of ACI’s
broader mission toward environmental education, sustainable campus development
and meaningful community participation.
- “Each student pledged to care for their sapling, turning
this plantation drive into a long-term commitment to the environment.
