The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi, observed World Environment Day 2025 under the Meri LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) campaign, aligning with national environmental sustainability priorities. The theme, "Ending Plastic Pollution," was central to the institute's activities, which included an awareness rally, a street play highlighting the dangers of plastic and promoting Ayurvedic alternatives, and a plantation drive involving medicinal and native saplings. Over 5,000 patients were reached through targeted awareness campaigns. Educational competitions were held for students, and a main program on June 5th featured addresses by dignitaries and recognition of participants. The event demonstrated the institute's commitment to a sustainable, green, and plastic-free India, integrating traditional knowledge and community engagement.
Key Entities Referenced
AYUSH: Refers to the Indian government ministry promoting traditional medicine.
All India Institute of Ayurveda AIIA, New Delhi: A central institute for Ayurveda, located in New Delhi. It is the primary organization hosting the World Environment Day event.
World Environment Day 2025: An annual event celebrated on June 5th, focused on environmental awareness and action. This instance was celebrated by AIIA.
Meri LiFE Campaign: A national campaign called 'Meri LiFE - Lifestyle for Environment' which focuses on environmental sustainability launched by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change MoEFCC, Government of India.
PIB Delhi: Press Information Bureau, Delhi, the agency that posted the information.
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change MoEFCC, Government of India: The Indian government ministry responsible for environmental policies and initiatives.
Prof. Dr. Manjusha Rajagopala: Director IC AIIA who provided guidance for the activities.
Ending Plastic Pollution: The theme for World Environment Day 2025, focusing on reducing plastic pollution.
Department of Dravyaguna Vigyan: A department within AIIA that organized the Environment Awareness Rally.
Environment Awareness Rally: An event organized by the Department of Dravyaguna Vigyan to promote environmental awareness.
Plastic Ki Duniya, Prakriti Ka Vinash: Name of the nukkad natak (street play) performed by students about the dangers of plastic pollution.
Prof. M.M. Rao: Medical Superintendent. Participated in the main program on 5th June 2025.
Prof. Yogesh Badwe: Dean PG. Participated in the main program on 5th June 2025.
Dr. Meena S. Deogade: Head of the Department of Dravyaguna Vigyan and Nodal Officer for the Meri LiFE campaign at AIIA. Participated in the main program on 5th June 2025.
AIIA Mini Auditorium: The location where the main program for World Environment Day was held.
AYUSH
All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi
Celebrates World Environment Day 2025 under the
Meri LiFE Campaign
Posted On: 05 JUN 2025 8:31PM by PIB Delhi
The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi, celebrated World Environment Day 2025 with
great enthusiasm and institutional commitment under the national campaign “Meri LiFE” (Lifestyle
for Environment) launched by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC),
Government of India. All activities were conducted under the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Manjusha
Rajagopala, Director I/C AIIA. It also reflects AIIA’s alignment with national priorities on
environmental sustainability. This year’s theme, “Ending Plastic Pollution,” served as the focal point
of all initiatives.
The celebration featured a wide range of impactful activities organized by the Department of Dravyaguna
Vigyan, including an impressive Environment Awareness Rally, which saw active participation from PG and
PhD scholars, faculty members, institutional staff, and local police personnel, promoting collective civic
responsibility.
A compelling nukkad natak (street play) titled “Plastic Ki Duniya, Prakriti Ka Vinash” was performed by
students, portraying the dangers of plastic pollution and presenting Ayurvedic wisdom as a sustainable
alternative. The performance drew attention and appreciation from the public and healthcare visitors alike.
In a major mass plantation drive, over 500 medicinal and native saplings were planted within the AIIA
campus, and 200 saplings were distributed to patients to encourage home-based herbal cultivation. These
green initiatives were supported by enthusiastic participation from faculty, scholars, and community
stakeholders.Between 22nd May and 5th June, the institute successfully reached out to more than 5,000 patients with
targeted awareness campaigns on plastic pollution, sustainable practices, and Ayurvedic ecology. Educational
events such as an Essay Writing Competition and a Model Making Competition were held to inspire students
to propose and visualize natural alternatives to plastic.
The main program, held on 5th June 2025, at the AIIA Mini Auditorium, was graced by Prof. M.M. Rao,
Medical Superintendent; Prof. Yogesh Badwe, Dean PG; and Dr. Meena S. Deogade, Head of the Department
of Dravyaguna Vigyan and Nodal Officer for the Meri LiFE campaign at AIIA. The event featured the
environment pledge, a summary of pre-event activities, prize distribution for competitions, and insightful
addresses by dignitaries.
The celebration witnessed the presence of Heads of Departments, faculty members, staff, and students from
various departments, demonstrating unified institutional participation in advancing the message of
environmental responsibility.
This celebration reaffirmed AIIA’s dedication to the national movement for a sustainable, green, and plastic-
free India, through the lens of traditional knowledge and community engagement.
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