Braconid Wasp Cocoons in Our Nursery
Category: Carbon Neutrality Braconid wasp cocoons was observed on Wrightia tinctoria plants grown in Ramco Nursery, Rajapalayam. These cocoons are a positive sign of nature working quietly to protect our plants. Braconid wasps (a group of small, beneficial insects) belong to the Braconoidea family (a large family of helpful parasitic wasps). Though tiny and often […]
Young Minds Explore Waste-to-Energy on National Energy Conversion Day
Category: Solid Waste Management National Energy Conversion Day 2025 was observed at the Arasiyarpatti Trench Yard, Rajapalayam Municipality, through an educational exposure visit for school students. The programme highlighted solid waste management and waste-to-energy practices, including biogas-based electricity generation, waste segregation, and composting methods. The visit offered students valuable real-world learning and reinforced the importance […]
Heritage Mapping Initiative Documents 300 Historic Structures in Palayapalayam
Category: Culture A heritage survey was recently carried out in Palayapalayam, Rajapalayam, as part of the Rajapalayam LPA Master Plan, which places strong emphasis on safeguarding the city’s historic buildings. The initiative brought together final-year B.Arch students from Kalasalingam University, and faculty from Ramco Institute of Technology, under the aegis of Ramco Community Services. Over […]
Field Survey for Sanjeevi Malai Restoration
Category: Greening Sanjeevi Hills Ramco Community Services conducted a detailed field survey in the Sanjeevi Malai hills as part of ongoing ecological restoration activities. The study focused on selected sites where lemon grass is found in abundance. At each location, square plots measuring 20 meters × 20 meters were marked using tape. Naturally regenerating tree […]
Engaging Communities to Prevent Water Pollution
Category: Greening Sanjeevi Hills Restoring a water body goes beyond physical clean-up. It requires the active involvement of the community that surrounds it. At Ramco Community Service, we believe awareness is key to long-term conservation. With this in mind, we regularly engage residents living around the Sri Vettai Perumal Temple water tank through focused outreach […]
Painted Jezebel Butterfly at Vettaiperumal Kovil
Category: Carbon Neutrality We observed the pupa of the Painted Jezebel butterfly on the fences of Vettaiperumal Kovil, an exciting and noteworthy sight. This butterfly is a striking and easily recognisable species, known in Tamil as “Manjal Azhaki.” Its presence reflects the healthy biodiversity of the temple surroundings. The host plant of the Painted Jezebel […]
Red-wattled Lapwing Eggs Spotted at Sri Vettai Perumal Temple Tank
Category: Water Body Restoration Eggs of the Red-wattled Lapwing (Vanellus indicus), a ground-nesting wader, were recently spotted inside the water tank of Sri Vettai Perumal Temple, situated at the base of Sanjeevi Hill. The species, known for nesting directly on the ground, lays its eggs in shallow scrapes that blend seamlessly with the surroundings. The […]
Flora and Fauna Survey Sheds New Light on Sanjeevi Hills’ Ecology
Category: Eco Park An expert team from Auroville, joined by city-based wildlife enthusiasts and members of Ramco Community Services, recently conducted a comprehensive survey of the flora and fauna at Sanjeevi Hills. This latest effort in an ongoing series aims to deepen the understanding of the hillock’s existing biodiversity and ecological patterns. The study focused […]
Stone-Based Water-Draining Bunds in Sri Vettai Perumal Temple Kanmai
Category: Water Body Restoration Water-draining bunds are specially designed embankments that allow excess water from outside the water body to enter and pass through the kanmai in a controlled manner, preventing overflow, erosion, and damage to surrounding land during periods of heavy rainfall. Constructed using locally available natural materials, these bunds offer a sustainable and […]
Bengal Premna at Sanjeevimalai Eco Park
Category: Eco Park A rare plant species – Premna bengalensis, commonly known as Bengal Premna, was identified at Sanjeevimalai Eco Park. The species is also found in the Sanjeevimalai Forest area. The germination was attempted at the Ramco Nursery, Rajapalayam, where the plant has successfully started growing, contributing to its conservation and propagation. Premna bengalensis […]
