May 2026
Read Covering Letter – Rama’s squirrel calling
Dear Friends,
Namaskaram.
World Environment Day is celebrated across the globe on 5th June. On this occasion, we would like to share a heartwarming story with our readers.
In June 2016, a dog fell into the deep and slippery Sayran Reservoir in Almaty, Kazakhstan, and was unable to climb the steep concrete walls. A passerby who attempted to rescue the dog also became trapped. Witnessing their plight, several strangers spontaneously joined hands to form a human chain down the embankment, successfully rescuing both the man and the dog.
Please click below and enjoy the story.
This month’s newsletter highlights the following:
- Archaeology and Heritage: Shri Rangarajan continues translating select shlokas from a rare text on the Ramanathaswamy Temple, along with activities such as Kutumba Kshema Pooja and the online Palsuvai Nigaltchi programme.
- Green Health: An article on the nutritional value of Kodo Millet (Varagu) by Dr. A. Abirami, Programme Officer, C.P.R. Environmental Education Centre, and a free Siddha medical camp.
- Livelihood: Coverage of training programmes conducted during the month.
- Revival and Renovation of Teerthams: Maha Teertha Pooja at Sethu Teertham and other regular Teertha poojas.
- Social Capital: Anandalaya yoga class, Teertha Mitra meeting, Village meeting, Personality Development camp and a student-prepared newsletter 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
A Rare book - Dhevaiula on Ramanathaswami - By: C.Rangarajan, Chennai
This classical work on Sri Ramanatha Swami of Rameswaram was composed by “Palapattadai Chokkanatha Pillai”. This work was discovered by Sri U.Ve.Saminatha Iyer after comparing multiple versions. He also wrote a commentary on this rare text. He is affectionately called Tamil Thatha (literally, “Tamil grandfather”). This month, we will cover stanza 183 and 187.
Green Health
by Dr. A. Abirami C.P.R. Environmental Education Centre, Chennai
Distribution and Habitat
Paspalum scrobiculatum (Kodo millet), belonging to Poaceae, is a tufted, annual to short-lived perennial grass cultivated for >3000 years in India. It is widely grown across India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Malaysia, and parts of East and West Africa. The species thrives in warm, tropical to subtropical climates and is adapted to marginal lands.
Livelihood Report
Training programme
In the month of May, One training programme conducted and 06 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 11 traditional water bodies with the participation of 247 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
Anandalaya
The Anandalaya Yoga Training Program was successfully conducted during May 2026 through two offline sessions and a six-day online training programme for teachers. The training covered yoga theory, pranayama, relaxation techniques, healthy living, and the practice of various asanas. Participants actively engaged in the sessions, enhancing their knowledge and practical skills in yoga, physical fitness, mental well-being, and holistic wellness. The programme was well received and appreciated for promoting teacher development and healthy lifestyles.
Squirrel Green Rameswaram Newsletter
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69th issue – May 2026
