Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC) Kargil, Imteeaz Kacho, chaired a preparatory meeting in his office chamber with district officers and stakeholders to finalize arrangements for the week-long celebration of World Environment Day, scheduled from May 30 to June 5 across Kargil district.

The meeting was attended by the Project Officer, Wages (ACD); Headquarter Assistant to the DC; Executive Officer, Municipal Committee (MC) Kargil; Divisional Forest Officer; District Youth Services & Sports Officer; Accounts Officer to the DC; and representatives from the Departments of Education, Tourism, and Wildlife, as well as the Ladakh Academy of Art, Culture and Languages. Representatives from the Transport Union and Merchant Association also participated.

During the meeting, ADC Imteeaz Kacho emphasized the importance of observing World Environment Day on a large scale to raise public awareness about environmental protection and sustainability. He directed all concerned departments to actively participate and coordinate their efforts for the success of the campaign.

It was informed that the week-long celebrations will include activities such as cleanliness drives, a cycle rally, painting and debate competitions, and events at the Gram Panchayat level, all aimed at promoting eco-friendly practices. The ADC was also briefed that a cleanliness drive is scheduled to take place tomorrow at Zero Point. He suggested that the collected waste be transported to the segregation shed in Drass.

Additionally, the ADC directed officials to ensure that Gram Sabhas are convened at the block level to organize cleanliness drives in rural areas. The Merchant Association and Transport Union extended their full support to the initiative.

Kacho also highlighted the need to arrange transportation for students participating in various events. He further advised government officials to use bicycles or electric buses during the week as a symbolic gesture of commitment to environmental sustainability.