Sun May 25 19:17:18 UTC 2025: **Summary:**
This is a news snippet from “The Hindu” newspaper, Visakhapatnam edition, published on May 26, 2025. It reports on an event organized by the 13 Andhra NCC Battalion in association with Green Climate Team NGO at Gayatri College, Rushikonda. The Commanding Officer, Lt. Colonel Neeraj Kumar, urged NCC cadets to refuse single-use plastics and adopt eco-friendly practices. The battalion is also training cadets to collect seeds and make seed balls to promote environmental protection.
**News Article:**
**Visakhapatnam NCC Cadets Urged to Ditch Single-Use Plastics for Greener Future**
Visakhapatnam, May 26, 2025 – The 13 Andhra NCC Battalion, Visakhapatnam, is leading the charge in environmental awareness, encouraging its cadets to say “NO” to single-use plastics and embrace eco-friendly practices. At a program held at Gayatri College, Rushikonda, in association with the Green Climate Team NGO, Commanding Officer Lt. Colonel Neeraj Kumar emphasized the crucial role of young people in protecting the environment.
“It is the responsibility of all to protect the environment.” Lt. Colonel Neeraj Kumar said.
In addition to regular NCC training, the battalion is educating cadets on pressing environmental issues and equipping them with practical skills. Cadets are currently being trained in collecting seeds and crafting seed balls, promoting reforestation and biodiversity. This initiative highlights the commitment of the NCC and Green Climate Team to fostering a generation of environmentally conscious citizens.
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