PM SHRI GSSS Rangpo Students Visit Nagar Panchayat Office to Learn About Waste Management
Pakyong, October 7: Students of PM SHRI Government Senior Secondary School (GSSS), Rangpo, visited the Rangpo Nagar Panchayat Office as part of an educational field visit to gain practical knowledge of municipal functioning and waste management practices.
During the visit, the students interacted with Municipal President Sanjeev Kumar Khati, who briefed them on the day-to-day functioning of the Nagar Panchayat, its administrative setup and the various activities undertaken by the urban local body.
The students also visited the Reduce, Reuse and Recycle (RRR) Centre established at the Nagar Panchayat Office. Officials explained the functioning of the centre, including the collection and management of reusable and recyclable materials, along with the importance of maintaining proper records and logbooks.
As part of the visit, the students proceeded to the Organic Waste Composting Machine (OWCM) located near Rangpo Goli Ground. They were introduced to the functioning of the machine and the process of converting organic waste into compost. Officials also explained the final compost product generated through the process.
The students actively participated in the interaction, raising questions and seeking clarification on various aspects of waste segregation, recycling and composting.
The field visit provided students with practical exposure to municipal services and waste management systems, while promoting awareness of responsible waste disposal, resource recovery and sustainable environmental practices.
