22/08/2025
As part of World Mosquito Day 2025 celebrations, CSIR-IICT EIACP RP organized an awareness program on 21st August 2025 at Zilla Parishad High School, Khusaiguda, Hyderabad, aimed at sensitizing students about the burden of mosquito-borne diseases, preventive measures, and the importance of maintaining cleanliness to curb mosquito breeding. The team demonstrated the various life stages of mosquitoes, while also highlighting the core themes of Mission LiFE. In line with the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” initiative, plantation of saplings was carried out on the school premises. To encourage student engagement, drawing and essay writing competitions were conducted, and winners were recognized with prizes. The program saw enthusiastic participation from around 600 students and 8 staff members, with all participants taking the LiFE pledge. Additionally, infographic pamphlets were distributed to spread awareness in an engaging and informative manner. Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of India CSIR-Indian Institute of Chemical Technology
