SGCCI Celebrates World Environment Day with Tree Plantation and Yoga

'Healthy Earth, Healthy Self' theme promotes environmental awareness in Surat

Surat – The Women Entrepreneurs Cell of the South Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI) marked World Environment Day with a special program themed 'Healthy Earth, Healthy Self'. The event, held at the Chamber's Patangan in Sarsana, featured tree plantation and sessions on fitness and yoga in collaboration with the Surat Municipal Corporation.

The program was inaugurated by Vijay Mevawala, Vice President and Elected President of the Chamber of Commerce, who delivered a welcome address. Mevawala emphasized the importance of maintaining personal health to efficiently care for the environment, stating, "When we talk about keeping the earth healthy, the most important thing is to stay healthy first."

Dr. Jigyaben Ojha, Regional Chairperson of the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB), highlighted the significance of tree plantation in environmental protection. "Tree plantation plays a crucial role in providing pure oxygen to the environment. During the Corona period, people felt the lack of oxygen, underscoring the need for natural oxygen sources," she noted.

Pinal Sheikh, Director of SAMS Performance Coaching, spoke on the benefits of yoga and meditation. "Regular yoga practice instills discipline, enhances mental and physical health, and provides mental peace through meditation," he explained.

Kritika Shah, President of the Women Entrepreneurs Cell, outlined the program, while Swati Shethwala, Advisor to the Cell, conducted the event. Other notable attendees included Nimisha Parekh, Roshni Taylor, Co-President of the Cell, Dr. Bandana Bhattacharya, Group Chairman of the Chamber, Girdhar Gopal Mundhra, Chairman of the Chamber's GFRRC Committee, and Jyotsna Gujarati, Advisor to the Cell.

Key Points:

The Women Entrepreneurs Cell organized the event on World Environment Day with the theme 'Healthy Earth, Healthy Self'.
The program featured tree plantation and yoga to promote environmental protection and personal health.
Citizens were encouraged to maintain their health and contribute to a clean environment.