-Chandigarh, 28th August
The Viksit Bharat Programme is a national initiative aimed at engaging citizens, especially youth, in building a developed and sustainable India by 2047. Through the Yuva Connect component, youngsters are encouraged to participate in several activities such as environmental conservation, social service, and community development.
As part of the “Viksit Bharat Yuva Connect Program”, Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), Sector-32, Chandigarh organized a tree plantation drive in its campus with the vision of creating a greener and healthier future. The Director-Principal Dr. G.P. Thami inaugurated the event by planting a sapling and highlighted the importance of environmental protection in building a sustainable India in the presence of Medical Superintendent Dr. Dasari Harish and Nodal Officer Dr. Sonia Puri. Faculty members from different departments also actively participated, reinforcing the collective responsibility of healthcare professionals in promoting ecological well-being.
The Department of Community Medicine, in collaboration with the Department of Nursing, led the plantation drive and motivated students to contribute meaningfully towards nation-building. By planting saplings, the participants symbolized their dedication to the vision of Viksit Bharat—a future that is progressive, green, and inclusive. The program reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to nurturing responsible youth who will play a pivotal role in realizing India’s developmental goals by 2047 with the help of around 60 participants.
