From Ordinary to Extraordinary
Category: Carbon Neutrality “So, this happened, and I still can’t wrap my head around the transformation.” When I thought, there was no hope, it happened then I got hope and discovered that they could be given a second chance / second life. I’m not talking about self-love here—I’m talking about upcycling! Upcycling means giving value […]
A Small Tree with a Big Story
Category: Environment The DiviDivi Tree “A tree is a poem written by naturewith roots in the earth and dreams in the sky.” Strolling through the Polytechnic campus, one may encounter an unassuming tree that harbored a profound and sweeping tale. Standing quietly in the Polytechnic area is the beautiful ‘DiviDivi’ tree – Caesalpinia coriaria, now […]
Green Friends Training Programme: Carbon-Neutral Rajapalayam (Division 1)
Category: Solid Waste Management Date: 05 September 2026 Participants: 17 Green Friends (Division 1) Supervision: Mr. Vishnu, Divisional Supervisor & Contract Supervisor Shrishti Environment and Livelihood Foundation, in partnership with Ramco Community Services, conducted a targeted training session for Green Friends of Division 1. The initiative focused on refining daily waste collection workflows and reinforcing […]
Frozen in Stone, Alive in History
Category: Culture Three venerable stone sculptures have been discovered at Kondaneri Kanmai near Madathupatti, Rajapalayam. Local community organiser Mr. Vineeth brought the sculptures to light for further research. Subsequently, Dr B. Kandasamy, an Assistant Professor of History at Rajapalayam Rajus’ College and an archaeology researcher, conducted fieldwork in the area. The sculptures are believed to […]
Nursery Techniques – “Smart Pre-germination, Stronger Plants!”
Category: Carbon Neutrality Pre-germination is a method of encouraging seeds to germinate under controlled moisture and environmental conditions before sowing them in polybags or nursery beds. Healthy seeds are selected, soaked if required, and placed in a moist medium such as cotton cloth, sand, or cocopeat. Once the radicle emerges, the germinated seeds are carefully […]
“A Tiny Barrier but a Vital Protection” – Sewage and Solid Waste Interception Grille @ Vettaiperumal Kovil Kanmai(Bund)
Category: Water Body Restoration Waterbodies are precious ecosystems that support people, plants and aquatic life. At Vettaiperumal Kovil Kanmai (bund), the sewage and solid waste Interception Grille acts as a protective fence, preventing plastic bottles, polythene and other floating waste from entering the Kanmai (bund). Systematic extraction and sorting of collected debris ensure that recoverable […]
Dalbergia Paniculata Roxb – A Tree worth Knowing. A Tree worth Protecting
Category: Environment This photograph was taken in the Polytechnic plantation area, featuring a tree identified as Dalbergia Paniculata Roxb. Its currently accepted name is Dalbergia lanceolaria subsp. paniculata (Roxb.) Thoth., belonging to the Fabaceae family and the Dalbergia genus, and it is commonly known as Dobin or Dobaen. As a perennial tree, Dalbergia Paniculata generally […]
Psst! I’m Vaimaram — An Unknown Tree’s Story
Category: Environment One beautiful, pleasant, sunny morning, a tiny, attractive, and colourful bird flew over a pretty and striking tree. “Hey! Who are you?” asked the bird. The lovely tree smiled gently and replied, “I’m Vaimaram! I am a special tree. My scientific name is Chloroxylon swietenia. I belong to the Rutaceae family (/ruːˈteɪsiːiː/), and […]
“WHERE THERE IS WATER, THERE IS LIFE, PEACE AND HOPE.”
Category: Water Body Restoration Standing beside a water body and watching the gentle waves, feeling the cool breeze, listening to the chirping of birds and enjoying the soft sunlight is truly a wonderful experience. Yes, I am talking about “Vettai Perumal Kovil Kanmai.” Once in need of care, it has now been restored and brought […]
4‑Bin Community Demo & Awareness Activities – Rajapalayam Municipality
Category: Solid Waste Management Across various localities, community outreach efforts focused on strengthening waste segregation at the household level, with demonstrations on the correct use of the 4-bin system and hands-on guidance for residents on distinguishing wet, dry, sanitary, and special-care waste. Awareness sessions emphasized daily segregation habits, proper disposal of sanitary and special-care waste, […]
