Category of the Activity (EXTENSION/OUTREACH/ENVIRONMENTAL): Outreach Organising unit: NSS Date/ duration of the activity: 26.01.2025 Time: 5 am- 10am No. of Participants: 9 No. of Beneficiaries: 100 pets and pet owners
Objective of the event: The event aimed to promote animal rescue, care, and awareness while fostering a sense of community among pet owners.
Brief description of the event: The Season Three pet marathon, held on January 26, 2025, was a resounding success, bringing together 100 pets and their owners for a fun-filled event that promoted animal welfare, responsible pet ownership, and community engagement. Starting from Vivekananda Park and culminating at Lake Ravindra Sarwar Lake, the marathon provided a unique platform for pet owners to bond with their pets while raising awareness about animal care and adoption. Through pre-marathon awareness sessions and interactive activities, participants gained valuable insights into responsible pet ownership and animal welfare. Volunteers participated in a root cause awareness session before the marathon, focusing on animal welfare and pet care. A trial run was conducted prior to the main event to ensure everything was in place for a smooth and enjoyable experience. On January 26, 2025, 100 pets (cats, dogs, and birds) participated in the marathon with their owners, starting from Lake Ravindra Sarovar Lake and culminating at Vivekananda Park. The event featured gift hampers for the pets, adding to the excitement.
Outcome of the event: The event’s impact extended beyond the marathon itself, fostering a sense of community among pet owners and enthusiasts while inspiring a greater appreciation for animal care and adoption.
Dr. Sohini Banerjee, Independent Health Researcher and Consultant, India moderated the session. The nearly two-hour long session (08:30 PM to 10:15 PM IST) was attended by more than 150 participants. The session started with the address by Dr. Suchandra Chakravarty, Teacher-in-Charge, The Bhawanipur Education Society College. Dr. Chakravarty welcomed everyone stressing the need for such …
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Venue: Room 234 Date(s): 20th and 21st of December 2024 The Department of Film Studies organized back-to-back film screenings to observe the birth centenary of two legendary figures in Cinema’s history – Indian filmmaker and star Raj Kapoor and American method actor Marlon Brando. It was an occasion to revisit their work, recall their significant …
Fur-a-thon 2025
Category of the Activity (EXTENSION/OUTREACH/ENVIRONMENTAL): Outreach
Organising unit: NSS
Date/ duration of the activity: 26.01.2025
Time: 5 am- 10am
No. of Participants: 9
No. of Beneficiaries: 100 pets and pet owners
Objective of the event: The event aimed to promote animal rescue, care, and awareness while fostering a sense of community among pet owners.
Brief description of the event: The Season Three pet marathon, held on January 26, 2025, was a resounding success, bringing together 100 pets and their owners for a fun-filled event that promoted animal welfare, responsible pet ownership, and community engagement. Starting from Vivekananda Park and culminating at Lake Ravindra Sarwar Lake, the marathon provided a unique platform for pet owners to bond with their pets while raising awareness about animal care and adoption. Through pre-marathon awareness sessions and interactive activities, participants gained valuable insights into responsible pet ownership and animal welfare. Volunteers participated in a root cause awareness session before the marathon, focusing on animal welfare and pet care. A trial run was conducted prior to the main event to ensure everything was in place for a smooth and enjoyable experience. On January 26, 2025, 100 pets (cats, dogs, and birds) participated in the marathon with their owners, starting from Lake Ravindra Sarovar Lake and culminating at Vivekananda Park. The event featured gift hampers for the pets, adding to the excitement.
Outcome of the event: The event’s impact extended beyond the marathon itself, fostering a sense of community among pet owners and enthusiasts while inspiring a greater appreciation for animal care and adoption.
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