June 2026
Read Covering Letter – Rama’s squirrel calling
Dear Friends,
Namaskaram.
World Environment Day 2026 was celebrated across the globe on Friday, 5 June 2026. This year’s campaign was centred on the theme, “Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future.”, highlighting the vital role of nature-based solutions in addressing climate change and securing a sustainable future for generations to come.
We invite you to watch the inspiring video released on this occasion and join the global movement towards environmental stewardship and sustainable living.
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This month’s newsletter highlights the following:
- Archaeology and Heritage: Coverage of the Kutumba Kshema Pooja and the online Palsuvai Nigaltchi programme.
- Green Health: An informative article on the nutritional benefits of Little Millet (Samai) by Dr. A. Abirami, Programme Officer, C.P.R. Environmental Education Centre.
- Livelihood: Reports on the various skill development and livelihood training programmes conducted during the month.
- Revival and Renovation of Teerthams: Updates on the regular Teertha Poojas and related conservation activities.
- Social Capital: Highlights of Teertha Mitra meetings, village-level interactions, celebrations of International Yoga Day, activities at Anandalaya, the Sarva Teertha Maha Sangamam, and a newsletter prepared by students from Rameswaram.
With best wishes,
Editorial Team
Green Rameswaram Project
Railway Feeder Road, Opp. To Hotel Vinayaka
Rameswaram – 623526
Ph: 04573 – 299496(office)
E-mail: greenrameswaram@gmail.com
Web: www.vknardep.org; www.greenrameswaram.org & www.vasudhaindia.in
Newsletters
Archaeology and History
Kutumba Kshema Pooja
In June 2026, two Kutumba Kshema Pūjās were conducted and 44 participants benefited. The rituals were performed for family welfare, peace, prosperity, and harmony. The programme included lamp lighting, collective Ārati, and special prayers for family wellbeing. Prasādam (Kesari) and manjal-kumkumam were distributed to participants. The events were conducted smoothly with active participation, and attendees expressed their satisfaction and spiritual fulfillment
Green Health
by Dr. A. Abirami C.P.R. Environmental Education Centre, Chennai
Distribution and Habitat
P. sumatrense is an annual erect or geniculate grass, 30–100 cms. tall, belongs to family Poaceae. It occurs wild and as a weed in Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Myanmar, Thailand, China, Philippines, Indonesia. In India, it is cultivated mainly in the Eastern Ghats and is drought/water logging tolerant.
Livelihood Report
Training programme
In the month of June 02 Training programmes conducted and 09 Peoples attended. The training was mainly on Kitchen garden. The following points were covered.
Revival and Renovation of Traditional Water Bodies
Teertha Pooja
During this month, Teertha Poojas were performed at 28 traditional water bodies with the participation of 1321 volunteers. Members of Self-Help Groups (SHGs), Teertha Mitras, and yoga students actively volunteered in conducting the poojas. The detailed list is given below.
Social Capital
Teertha Mitra Meeting
On 4 June 2026, the final Teertha Mitra meeting for the Sarva Teertha Maha Sangamam Festival was successfully conducted with the participation of 110 members, including key leaders, important volunteers, and Teertha Mitras representing various villages. The meeting focused on finalizing all festival arrangements and ensuring that every aspect of the event was well coordinated. The duties and responsibilities of each volunteer and Teertha Mitra were clearly explained, enabling everyone to understand their respective roles and contribute effectively to the smooth execution of the festival.
Squirrel Green Rameswaram Newsletter
For students….
From students ..
70th issue – May 2026
