RIT Eco Club Organises ‘RIT’s Hidden Gem’ Biodiversity Exploration
Category: Environment Author: Dr. P. Uma Maheswari, Botanist, Ramco Community Services The Eco Club of Ramco Institute of Technology (RIT), Rajapalayam, organised RIT’s Hidden Gem recently with the theme “Discover. Capture. Observe”. The programme aimed to encourage students to explore and appreciate the rich biodiversity thriving within the college campus. Working in teams of two, […]
Caring Hands, Compassionate Hearts
Category: Mental Health Author: Ms. Rajashree Pradeep, Ātmaprasāra volunteer Caregiving is more than a responsibility—it is an expression of love, patience, and humanity. Every day, caregivers stand beside those who need them most, whether they are elderly parents, individuals recovering from illness, people with disabilities, or children with special needs. They help with daily activities, […]
PSK Children’s Park: A Green Oasis for Rajapalayam
Category: Town Planning Nestled in the quiet residential neighbourhood of PSK Nagar, PSK Children’s Park is one of the best-maintained parks in Rajapalayam. Managed by the PSK Nagar Residents Welfare Society and maintained by Ramco Spinners, the park stands as an excellent example of how community participation and corporate support can create attractive public spaces. […]
A Century-Old ‘Thula’ Well Keeps Tradition Alive
Category: Town Planning Not very long ago, common wells were an integral part of everyday life in Rajapalayam. Almost every two or three streets had a public well, while the longer streets often had one of their own. These wells were the lifeline of the community, providing water for drinking, bathing, washing clothes, household chores […]
Rajapalayam Municipality Takes Proactive Step to Strengthen Waste Management
Category: Solid Waste Management As part of the Rajapalayam Carbon Neutral Initiative, the Rajapalayam Municipality has taken a proactive step towards strengthening sustainable waste management by undertaking a comprehensive self-audit of waste management practices across its municipal buildings. The exercise was carried out with the support of Ramco Community Services, reflecting a collaborative commitment to […]
Wild Caper, A Drought-Resilient Shrub at Eco Park
Category: Eco Park This photograph was taken at the Sanjeevi Malai Eco Park and features Capparis nummularia DC., a member of the Capparaceae family, commonly known as the Wild Caper. Capparis nummularia is a thorny shrub or subshrub that typically grows between 0.5 and 2 metres in height. It is distinguished by its small, thick, […]
