Chief Minister’s Green Fellowship Programme
- Event: Pollution Control Board, Assam (PCBA) marked its 50th anniversary.
- Key Initiative: Launch of Chief Minister’s Green Fellowship Programme.
- Objective: Sending 60 students for advanced environmental sustainability training
Leadership & Vision
- Led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and PCBA Chairman Dr. Arup Kumar Misra.
- Aims to nurture the next generation of environmental leaders.
Programme Details
- Eligibility: Students from diverse backgrounds:
- B.Sc. in Zoology, Botany, Ecology, Microbiology.
- B.Tech. in Civil, Chemical, and Mechanical Engineering.
- Duration: Six-week research exposure visit.
- International Scope: Seven countries, multiple institutions:
- United Kingdom (15)
- Slovenia (9)
- Croatia (17)
- Lithuania (1)
- Malaysia (9)
- Portugal (2)
- Poland (7)
- Coordinator: Educational consulting firm Edupacked manages placements & logistics.
Significance:
- Strengthens Assam’s commitment to sustainability and innovation.
- Enhances global exposure and research collaboration.
This initiative positions Assam as a leader in environmental education and global sustainability efforts.
