We the Pedestrians: Sonagachi, June 5: In a unique and impactful initiative on World Environment Day, a distinctive environmental awareness program unfolded in Kolkata’s Sonagachi area. “Amra Padatik” (We the Pedestrians), an organization run by the children of sex workers, spearheaded a public awareness event centered around the theme: “End Plastic Pollution.”
Recognizing the profound significance of this day, the organizers went beyond merely hosting an event; they delivered a crucial social message—emphasizing the imperative of collaborative action to foster a pollution-free, green, and sustainable environment.
Slogans Roared from Halishahar to Sonagachi:
“Green Resolve for Greening Halishahar”
“Let’s All Work Together to Build a Pollution-Free Environment”
This message transcended mere symbolism. All attendees at the event joined hands, pledging to actively participate in environmental protection. Locals and people from various walks of life enthusiastically embraced this initiative.
The Organizers:
The primary organizer was ‘Amra Padatik’. Notably, this organization is dedicated to working with the children of sex workers, with their main objective being to bring positive change into their lives.
The event received comprehensive support from:
Society for Human Development and Social Action
Usha Multipurpose Co-operative Society Limited
Koel Ganguly (Associate Organizer)
The Message: Awareness Reiterated:
Speakers at the event underscored: “Today’s small initiative can pave the way for tomorrow’s big change. Without an end to plastic pollution, environmental destruction is inevitable. Awareness must be spread across every stratum of society, among every citizen.”
The participation of local children and adolescents was particularly striking. They paraded through the area, holding posters and placards emblazoned with eco-friendly messages.
Special Moments of the Event:
An awareness play performance
A pledge taken by local residents to forgo plastic
Announcement of a tree plantation program
An exhibition of children’s environmental drawings
‘Amra Padatik’s’ innovative endeavor unequivocally demonstrated that even marginalized communities can actively engage in environmental movements, proving that every voice counts in the collective effort for a greener planet.
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