PANJIM: Directorate of Panchayats has issued a circular directing panchayats to hold a special gram sabha to commemorate World Environmental Day on June 5.
“On account of the celebration the World Environmental Day it is proposed that all village panchayats shall celebrate the same by conducting a special gram sabha between June 5 and 15. Along with special gram sabhas, panchayats shall also conduct various activities under the theme ‘Beat Plastic Pollution’,” states the circular issued by Directorate of Panchayats.
The circular also states that panchayats shall requisition the services of senior officers, NGOs etc having knowledge in the field of environment.
“The gram sabha shall explain the importance for protection of environment and shall resolve for the same. The gram sabha may also honour villagers who have done exemplary work and have contributed significantly towards the protection of environment,” the circular adds.
