The Van Mahotsav (Tree Plantation Festival) was inaugurated with great enthusiasm at Rajarshi Shahu College of Pharmacy, Buldhana, managed by Dwarka Bahuuddeshiya Gramin Vikas Foundation, on Saturday, 11 July 2026. On this occasion, officials of the National Service Scheme (NSS), Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University, paid a goodwill visit to the institution. The dignitaries were warmly welcomed and felicitated by the college.
The guests included Mr. Nilesh Kadu, NSS University Coordinator, Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University, Mr. Hanumant Bhosale, NSS District Coordinator, Buldhana, and Mr. Rahul Sawarkar, NSS Programme Officer, who was specially felicitated for receiving the prestigious “Vanshree Award” in recognition of his outstanding contribution to environmental conservation.
During the programme, Mr. Nilesh Kadu congratulated the Principal of the college, Dr. Shirish Jain, for increasing the strength of the college’s NSS unit to 200 volunteers. He appreciated the institution’s remarkable contribution to NSS activities and encouraged the team to continue its commitment to community service.
Following the felicitation ceremony, the dignitaries inaugurated the Van Mahotsav by planting saplings on the college campus. Addressing the gathering, they emphasized that environmental protection is a shared responsibility and appealed to everyone not only to plant trees but also to nurture and protect them for a greener future.
During the goodwill visit, the university officials reviewed the various social, educational, environmental conservation, and public awareness activities being implemented by the college under the guidance of Hon. Mr. Dhrupatraoji Sawale, Founder President of Dwarka Bahuuddeshiya Gramin Vikas Foundation and former Member of the Legislative Assembly. The officials appreciated the institution’s consistent efforts in promoting social responsibility through NSS.
The tree plantation programme created greater environmental awareness among students and strengthened the spirit of social commitment among the NSS volunteers.
The programme was attended by Dr. Shirish Jain, Principal; Prof. Narwade; Prof. Rohit Salkute, NSS Programme Officer; Prof. Dipak Bhusari(Academic coordinator), Prof. Gautam Mehetre(PG coordinator) ; along with NSS volunteers and a large number of students.
The goodwill visit of the university officials infused fresh enthusiasm into the college’s NSS activities. It is expected to further inspire the institution to organize impactful programmes that promote community welfare, environmental sustainability, and the holistic development of society.
