Municipal Corporation and Sneh Seva Trust promote patriotism, environmental awareness and waste segregation among schoolchildren
YAMUNANAGAR | Pen of Democracy News Desk
Students of Dayanand Arya Samaj Vidya Mandir School showcased their creativity and social awareness by participating in an essay writing competition on Independence Day and environmental conservation, organised jointly by the Municipal Corporation Yamunanagar and Sneh Seva Trust at Ward No. 08 on Tuesday. Held under the guidance of Mayor Suman Bahmani and Municipal Commissioner Mahabir Prasad, the programme aimed to nurture patriotism while encouraging environmental responsibility and cleanliness among young students. Participants expressed their thoughts on national pride, environmental protection and the importance of the Swachh Bharat Mission through well-articulated essays.
Chief Sanitation Inspector Vinod Beniwal and other dignitaries honour winners of the essay writing competition at Dayanand Arya Samaj Vidya Mandir School.
Alongside the competition, the Municipal Corporation’s Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) team conducted an awareness session on scientific waste management. Students were educated about the four-bin waste segregation system, source-level segregation of household waste and the benefits of home composting. They were encouraged to adopt these practices in their daily lives and motivate their families and neighbours to contribute towards a cleaner environment. Addressing the gathering, Chief Sanitation Inspector Vinod Beniwal highlighted the Municipal Corporation’s ongoing initiatives to make Yamunanagar cleaner, greener and plastic-free. He said students can play a transformative role in building a healthy and sustainable society by adopting responsible environmental practices from an early age. Mayor Suman Bahmani said Independence Day is not only an occasion to remember India’s glorious freedom struggle but also an opportunity to renew the collective commitment towards building a clean and green nation. She emphasised that environmental conservation and cleanliness should become a way of life for every citizen. Municipal Commissioner Mahabir Prasad said instilling the values of cleanliness and environmental protection among students would lay the foundation for a more aware, responsible and sustainable society in the future. The programme concluded with the felicitation of students who excelled in the essay writing competition. Chief Sanitation Inspector Vinod Beniwal, Govind Sharma, Mamta Sen, Mukta, the school principal, teachers and members of the Swachh Bharat Mission team were present on the occasion.
Health Department Urges Residents to Seek Immediate Medical Care in Snakebite Cases
With the monsoon season increasing the risk of snakebite incidents, the Yamunanagar Health Department has issued a public advisory urging residents to remain vigilant and seek immediate medical treatment in case of a snakebite instead of relying on traditional remedies.
Civil Surgeon Dr Jitendra Singh said people working in agricultural fields or visiting areas where snakes may be present should wear full-length clothing and protective footwear. He cautioned that if a person is bitten by a snake, no cuts should be made at the bite site, nor should chilli powder, herbs or any other substances be applied. He also advised against tying the affected limb with cloth or rope, as it can restrict blood circulation and increase the risk of serious tissue damage.
He stressed that the victim should be taken to the nearest government health facility without delay, where appropriate treatment can be started immediately.
District Snakebite Nodal Officer Dr Vageesh Gutain said snakebite cases are more common during the rainy season and after floods, when snakes often enter human habitations. While most snakes are non-venomous, bites from venomous species can be life-threatening if treatment is delayed.
He appealed to the public not to waste valuable time on faith healing or traditional practices and instead seek prompt medical care. He assured residents that adequate stocks of anti-snake venom are available across the Health Department in Yamunanagar to treat snakebite cases.
Dr Gutain also advised people not to catch, provoke or attempt to kill snakes, noting that snakes usually attack only when threatened or accidentally stepped on. He warned that even dead snakes should not be handled because their fangs may still inject venom.
The Health Department further advised residents to inspect footwear before wearing it, use torches while walking outdoors at night, carry a stick while working in fields or gardens and seal rat burrows around homes to discourage snakes from entering residential areas.
Officials also warned against sucking venom from the wound, washing the bite site, applying ice or making incisions, stating that such practices can worsen the victim’s condition. Early medical intervention remains the safest and most effective treatment for snakebite cases.
