Srinagar, Nov 5 (KNS): The National Institute of Technology (NIT) Srinagar organised a youth engagement programme to raise awareness about the interconnected nature of human, animal and environmental health, with experts emphasising the need for interdisciplinary cooperation to address emerging public health challenges.

The programme, titled “One Health Warrior – Youth Engagement Program”, was held on November 3 to mark One Health Day and witnessed participation from around 100 students representing different departments of the institute.

Organised by the Regional Coordinating Institute of Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA), NIT Srinagar, in collaboration with the National One Health Mission, the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India and the Centre for Rural Development and Technology, the event aimed to encourage greater youth involvement in health and environmental issues.

The programme was conducted through an online webinar alongside a gathering at the institute's Common Hall.

Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India Prof. Ajay K. Sood and Scientific Secretary Dr. Parvinder Maini were among the speakers featured in the webinar.

Addressing the programme, Prof. Shameem Ahmad Lone, Regional Coordinator of Unnat Bharat Abhiyan, said human health could not be viewed in isolation from animal health and environmental conditions.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

He stressed that educational institutions had an important responsibility to equip young people with an understanding of the One Health approach and encourage their participation in addressing emerging health challenges.

Lone called for greater awareness, interdisciplinary collaboration and community participation, saying coordinated efforts were essential to promote healthier communities and environmental sustainability.

The sessions focused on the One Health framework, which recognises the interdependence of human, animal and environmental well-being and encourages cooperation across different disciplines.

Students also participated in interactive discussions and a live One Health quiz competition aimed at improving their understanding of the subject.

Prizes worth up to Rs 10,000 were announced for quiz winners, while registered participants received participation certificates.

Dean Research and Consultancy Prof. Roohie Naaz Mir, Dean Students Welfare Prof. Mohammad Abid Bazaz, Head of IT Department Dr. Shabir Ahmad Sofi, Dr. Shahid Saleem, Dr. Tanveer Rasool, Technical Coordinator Dr. Dinesh Kumar Rajendran and other faculty members attended the programme.

The initiative sought to encourage students to apply the One Health approach in addressing public health concerns and promoting sustainable environmental practices. (KNS)