Today’s times are changing rapidly. In this age of science and technology, while the pace of development has accelerated, the balance of nature is constantly deteriorating. Whether it’s air pollution, water pollution, deforestation, climate change, or increasing waste—all these problems are directly affecting our lives. In such times, environmental protection is not just an option but an essential step towards safeguarding the future.
With this vision, the AYUSH Shiksha Samiti has incorporated environmental awareness into its core programs and is continuously working towards bringing about positive change in society.
The AYUSH Shiksha Samiti believes that—
“Nature is not for us; we are for nature.”
With this spirit, the ASS conducts numerous environmental awareness activities in villages, towns, and cities, the impact of which is gradually being seen in society.
Tree Plantation Campaign: Greenery for the Future
Trees are not just trees; they are the breath of life. The Ayush Shiksha Samiti has organized large-scale tree planting campaigns in both rural and urban areas. The ASS volunteers and trainees travel from village to village, motivating people to plant trees.
Thousands of trees have been planted in schools, Panchayat buildings, community spaces, and roadsides.
The ASS particularly prioritizes plants that:
thrive with less water
release more oxygen
are compatible with the local environment
These campaigns involve children, youth, women, and the elderly. This fosters a sense of belonging and responsibility for protecting the environment.
Cleanliness Campaign: Clean Campus, Healthy Society
Environmental protection begins with cleanliness. The AYUSH Shiksha Samiti regularly organizes cleanliness drives, cleaning streets, school premises, temples, Anganwadis, and community spaces.
The purpose of these drives is not just to clean, but to spread awareness among people that:
“Cleanliness is not the responsibility of any one person or organization, but the duty of the entire community.”
ASS members encourage people to reduce plastic use, segregate waste, and avoid littering in public spaces. These small efforts pave the way for big changes.
Work on drug de-addiction
The ASS also works on drug de-addiction, as it is not only a social problem but also an environmental one. Drug addiction harms many young people and creates various forms of waste, pollution, and social imbalance.
Through awareness programs, the AYUSH Shiksha Samiti encourages youth to stay away from drugs and be responsible for their health, nature, and society.
The ASS believes that—
“A safe society is created when every citizen is healthy and alert.”
Public awareness on water conservation
Water scarcity has become one of the most serious problems not only in India but across the world. The AYUSH Shiksha Samiti runs water conservation campaigns in villages and towns.
People are taught simple and practical solutions, such as
Rainwater harvesting
Ways to save water at home and on farms
Conservation of ponds, wells, and local water sources
The habit of not wasting water
These programs are increasing people’s understanding that saving water is not just the government’s responsibility but the responsibility of every family.
Plastic Free Campaign: Let the Earth Breathe
Plastic pollution is one of the most serious environmental problems today. The AYUSH Shiksha Samiti has launched the “Plastic-Free Campus” campaign.
The use of cloth and jute bags instead of plastic bags is encouraged in schools, training centers, villages, and community areas. ASS members and trainees go door-to-door to educate people that:
Plastic pollutes the soil.
Clogs drains
Is lethal for animals and birds
And is poisoning the oceans
People are given easy alternatives so they can gradually reduce their plastic use.
Environmental education programs in schools
Children are the citizens of the future, and their thinking will shape the future. Therefore, the ASS organizes environmental education and awareness sessions in schools.
Children are taught the importance of nature through stories, posters, activities, and games.
They are taught:
Why trees are important
Why saving water is crucial
How pollution can be reduced
Why conserving nature is everyone’s responsibility
The impact of these sessions is that children become guardians of the environment themselves and inspire their families to do the same.
Community Health Camps and the Environment
Health and the environment are deeply intertwined. The AYUSH Shiksha Samiti periodically organizes health camps to explain:
Polluted air damages the lungs.
Dirty water spreads disease.
Garbage and plastic breed mosquitoes and infections.
A clean environment is the key to a healthy life.
These camps are gradually fostering an understanding among people that protecting the environment is, in fact, protecting themselves and their families.
The ASS is proving that if a few sensitive members of society unite, a major environmental protection movement can be launched.
Tree planting, cleanliness, water conservation, plastic-free campaigns, and health awareness—all these efforts have transformed the thinking of thousands of people.
The AYUSH Shiksha Samiti will continue to work as a bridge between nature, society, and the future.
Because—“Only a healthy environment can provide a safe and beautiful life for future generations.”