Dignitaries and others during seminar and Yongchak sapling distribution in Kohima on June 5.
KOHIMA, June 7 (MExN): The Benreu Baptist Union Youth Wing Nagaland (BBUYWN) organized a one-day seminar and Yongchak sapling distribution event in commemoration with World Environment Day on June 5.
Former State Chaplain of Nagaland and Benreu Baptist Union president Rev. Kuzierang Thou, delivering his message on the environment from a Biblical perspective emphasized that humans are divinely appointed stewards of the environment, tasked with the responsibility of protecting and nurturing God’s creation. Thou highlighted the magnificence of God’s works, noting that all His creations are remarkable, and humanity holds a unique and precious place in His sight.
During technical session, Er Keheibamding Thou, senior researcher, Department of Environment, Forests & Climate Change, dwelt on the urgent issues of climate change, stressing on the severe impacts that future generations may face if decisive and immediate actions are not taken to curb environmental degradation.
BBUYW (N) president, Egumsing Nsarangbe underscored the primary objective of the distribution of the saplings was to enable the youth to generate income and sustain their livelihoods through Yongchak plantation.
He also expressed gratitude to the Forest Department for providing 400 Yongchak saplings to carry forward their sustainability project.
This initiative was conducted in collaboration with the Benreu Youth Organization (BBU) and the Benreu Students Union (BSU), Nagaland.
This event not only celebrated World Environment Day but also aimed to inspire and equip the local youth with the resources and knowledge necessary for sustainable environmental practices.
The distribution of Yongchak saplings symbolizes a step towards ecological conservation and economic empowerment, reflecting the seminar's overarching goal of fostering a harmonious relationship between humanity and nature.
