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Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar will visit Puducherry for two days, focusing on sustainability and academic engagement. He will attend a key event at JIPMER and plant a sapling under PM Modi's green campaign. The VP will also interact with students and faculty at Pondicherry University. The visit highlights his commitment to education and environmental awareness.

Key Points: VP Dhankhar Visits Puducherry for JIPMER and University Events

  • VP to speak on sustainability at JIPMER event
  • Plant sapling under PM Modi's green initiative
  • Interact with Pondicherry University students
  • Meet Puducherry CM, LG, and MPs
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Vice President Dhankhar to attend key events in Puducherry on June 16,17

VP Jagdeep Dhankhar attends sustainability talks at JIPMER and engages with Pondicherry University students during his two-day Puducherry visit.

Vice President Dhankhar to attend key events in Puducherry on June 16,17
"Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam campaign reflects our commitment to both nature and motherhood – VP Dhankhar"

Puducherry, June 15

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar will be on a two-day official visit to Puducherry on June 16 and 17. He is scheduled to attend key events at the Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research (JIPMER) and Pondicherry University.

On June 16, the Vice President will be the Chief Guest at a special programme titled 'Environmental Sustainability in Building the Nation' at JIPMER’s APJ Abdul Kalam Auditorium.

The event will be held from 4.00 p.m. to 5.00 p.m. and is aimed at fostering dialogue and awareness around sustainable development.

Vice President Dhankhar will also engage in an interactive session with students, faculty, and staff of JIPMER, reflecting his commitment to connecting with the academic community on matters of national importance.

A key highlight of the event will be the planting of a sapling by the Vice President under the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam (One Tree in the Name of Mother)" campaign. Initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on World Environment Day, the campaign promotes environmental awareness while paying tribute to motherhood.

The sapling will be planted in the name of the Vice President’s mother, Kesari Devi. The event will be graced by several dignitaries, including Puducherry Lieutenant Governor K. Kailashnathan, Chief Minister N. Rangasamy, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly R. Selvam, Rajya Sabha MP S. Selvaganabathy, Lok Sabha MP V. Vaithilingam, and MLA V. Aroumougame.

On June 17, in his capacity as the Chancellor of Pondicherry University, Vice President Dhankhar will visit the university at 10.00 a.m. He is scheduled to interact with faculty, students, and administrative staff during a session to be held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Auditorium, located within the Dr B.R. Ambedkar Administrative Building.

The visit underscores the Vice President’s continued engagement with academic institutions and his emphasis on environmental sustainability, national development, and youth empowerment.

Both institutions -- JIPMER and Pondicherry University -- are preparing to welcome the Vice President with high-level arrangements and enthusiastic participation from the student and faculty communities.

- IANS

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Priya K.
Great to see our leaders focusing on environmental sustainability! The "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" campaign is such a beautiful initiative. Hope more people get inspired to plant trees in their mothers' names 🌱
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Rahul S.
While I appreciate the VP's visit, I hope these events lead to concrete actions. Puducherry faces serious coastal erosion - would be good to hear specific plans to address environmental challenges in the region.
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Ananya P.
As a Pondicherry University alumna, I'm thrilled to see such high-profile engagement with our institution! The interactive session with students could be transformative if it leads to more research opportunities in sustainability.
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Sanjay M.
Good initiative but the timing seems odd - 4-5pm in June means peak heat in Puducherry. Shouldn't environmental events lead by example with better timing or indoor venues with solar AC? Just saying...
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Kavita R.
The mother's name tree planting is so touching! In our culture, mothers are the first teachers. Combining environmentalism with this respect is brilliant. Hope they maintain the sapling properly - not just photo ops!
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Vikram J.
JIPMER is already doing great work in healthcare. Adding environmental sustainability to their focus areas shows how interconnected these issues are. More medical institutes should follow this holistic approach!

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