(Photo Courtesy: NFR)
Maligaon, May 28 (MExN): Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has been actively observing World Environment Day 2026 through a series of awareness programmes and environmental protection activities across all its divisions and units from May 15.
The observance, which will continue till June 5, is being conducted under the theme “Climate Change”, with emphasis on environmental conservation, sustainable practices and collective responsibility towards safeguarding the planet for future generations.
As part of the campaign, plantation drives, cleanliness campaigns, awareness rallies, seminars and other eco-friendly initiatives are being organised throughout the NFR network to promote environmental sustainability and conservation awareness among railway employees, passengers and the general public.
According to NFR, special emphasis is being laid on reducing plastic usage, maintaining cleanliness at railway stations and railway colonies, water conservation and adoption of green practices in railway operations.
Railway officials, staff members, students, scouts and guides, along with members of social organisations, are actively participating in the awareness drive.
As part of a major outreach initiative, Nukkad Natak performances highlighting environmental protection, cleanliness and the harmful effects of plastic pollution were organised by the NFR Scouts and Guides at the NFR headquarters in Maligaon.
The performances attracted the attention of passengers and the public and aimed at spreading awareness on the need for collective environmental responsibility.
To encourage eco-friendly practices, jute bags, cloth bags and biodegradable items are also being distributed among passengers, railway staff and local residents at different locations under the NFR jurisdiction.
The initiatives are aimed at discouraging the use of single-use plastics and promoting sustainable alternatives in daily life.
NFR stated that it has consistently undertaken various eco-friendly measures and remains committed to sustainable and environment-friendly railway operations in the Northeast region.
The observance will culminate on World Environment Day on June 5 with special programmes, awareness activities and administration of an environmental pledge across all divisions and units of NFR.
