Cleaning a river in Kerala Jaishree
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harathapuzha, the second longest river in Kerala, is an important source for irrigation, drinking and other uses in the state. It is also home to a diverse array of plants and aquatic life. The river spreads across Palakkad and Malapuram districts and enjoys cultural heritage too. The famous Kerala Kalamandalam is located on the banks of this river in Shoranur.
Considered the ‘Nile of Kerala,’ the river is hence also called ‘Nila’. However, in recent years, the river has become polluted due to the dumping of industrial and household waste, sewage and other pollutants. This pollution can harm or kill marine life and can be harmful to humans if the water is used for drinking or irrigation.
Twenty members of Rotaract Club of Rising Stars, RID 3201, recently participated in cleaning the river as part of a programme called ‘Swachh Nila’. “Our activities attracted public interest and we were able to raise awareness about the importance of protecting and preserving our natural resources,” says club president K Ajith. Cleaning a river is a complex and an
Rotaractors with the garbage bags after cleaning the river Bharathapuzha.
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ongoing task that requires cooperation of multiple stakeholders, and implementation of a variety of strategies. “By taking action to protect and preserve the Bharathapuzha river, we want to set an example for others to follow and make a positive impact on the environment,” he adds. Project Dhrishyam The Rotaractors began the new year 2023 with a
