Bhoomithrasena Club (BMC)
The Bhoomithrasena Club is a student-led environmental initiative sponsored by the Directorate of Environment and Climate Change (DoECC), Government of Kerala. It operates in colleges and higher secondary schools to empower youth to conserve biodiversity, tackle local environmental issues, and promote sustainable living.
Core Objectives
- Build a generation of environmentally responsible citizens.
- Harness student manpower to raise environmental awareness in society.
- Improve campus environmental quality and sustainability practices.
Typical Club Activities
- Campaigns & Observances: Celebrating global events like World Environment Day, Earth Day, and World Water Day.
- Campus Initiatives: Managing waste, planting trees, and maintaining eco-friendly campuses.
- Outreach Programs: Conducting nature camps, biodiversity field visits, and expert-led awareness sessions.
Major Activities
- Tree Plantation and Campus Greening
- Waste Management and Plastic-Free Campus Initiatives
- Water Conservation Programmes
- Environmental Awareness Campaigns
- Nature Camps and Field Visits
- Observation of Environment-related Days
- Biodiversity Conservation Activities