Archive · 17 Sep 2025
J&K Assembly Committee Calls for Environmental Science in Schools
The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly's Environment Committee wants schools to teach environmental science.
They decided this after seeing the damage from recent floods.
The committee wants to prevent future problems by involving experts to make a plan.
They also discussed how to improve things like flood control and sanitation.
The goal is to protect the environment, make sure people have clean water, and be ready for climate change.
They plan to visit sites and hold meetings to educate people.
J&K Assembly Committee calls for mandatory environmental science in schools.
The decision follows recent floods in the Himalayan region.
Committee to consult experts for a comprehensive strategy.
Focus on flood prevention, rural sanitation, and water supply.
Awareness meetings and site visits planned for environmental safeguards.
- Who
- J&K Assembly Committee on Environment
- What
- Called for introducing environmental science as a mandatory subject in all schools.
- When
- September 17
- Where
- Jammu and Kashmir
- Why
- To address environmental challenges and prepare for future climatic challenges
- Committee
- J&K Assembly Committee on Environment
- Meeting Chair
- Mohammad Yousuf Tarigami
- Key Issue
- Environmental protection and disaster preparedness
- Action
- Introduce environmental science as mandatory subject
- Focus Areas
- Flood prevention, rural sanitation, water supply