World Wetlands Day🟢🟢

The Geography Association (GEOQUEST) of Govt. College of Teacher Education (GCTE) Thycaud, in collaboration with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), organized a special talk in relation to World Wetlands Day on 2nd February 2024. The event aimed to raise awareness about the importance of wetlands and their conservation.

Dr. V. Subhash Chandra Bose, a renowned environmentalist, was invited as the chief guest for the event. His expertise and experience in the field made him an ideal speaker to address the significance of wetlands and the need for their preservation.

The talk commenced with an introduction to the theme of World Wetlands Day and an overview of the current global scenario pertaining to wetland conservation. Dr. V. Subhash Chandra Bose delivered an insightful and informative speech, shedding light on the ecological, social, and economic significance of wetlands. He emphasized the crucial role that wetlands play in maintaining biodiversity, providing water resources, and offering livelihood opportunities to local communities.

The audience, comprising students, faculty, and environmental enthusiasts, actively engaged in the discussion, posing questions and expressing their thoughts on the subject. Dr. V. Subhash Chandra Bose eloquently addressed the queries, providing comprehensive explanations and encouraging the audience to actively participate in wetland conservation efforts.

Wetlands are characterised by ecosystems that are primarily covered with water – water is the main controlling factor in such ecosystems with animal and plant lives. Wetlands can be both freshwater or marine or coastal, consisting of swamps, wet grasslands, marshes, coral reefs and mangroves. Manmade sites such as rice paddies, reservoirs, saltpans and fishponds are also parts of wetlands. Wetlands contribute immensely to the lives of people and animals, as well as to planet Earth. They are very significant for the environment. Every year, World Wetlands Day is observed to raise awareness for the importance of wetlands for human lives and the planet.

In conclusion, the talk organized in honor of World Wetlands Day at GCTE Thycaud was a resounding success, providing valuable insights and raising awareness about the critical need to protect wetland ecosystems. The event underscored the college's commitment to fostering environmental consciousness and promoting sustainable practices.

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