Minister Kadannappalli Ramachandran emphasized the vital role of students in safeguarding the environment. He urged them to raise awareness about environmental concerns and initiate action plans for conservation. Highlighting the imminent threats such as global warming, pollution, and drought, he stressed the need for students to actively engage in environmental protection to prevent deforestation and mitigate natural disasters. Ramachandran emphasized the importance of maintaining a harmonious relationship between humanity and nature, urging students to take responsibility. He cautioned against polluting the air and water, essential resources bestowed upon us freely. He was addressing the audience following the inauguration of a felicitation gathering hosted in the auditorium of Panayapally MMOVHSS School. The event was co-organized by Karunya Sangha Vedi, Kochi, and Mattanchery Upajila Environment Club. Distinguished environmentalists Zubair Mash Arukutty, Seenat P M, Sebastian Barnard and Sophia T P were lauded during the gathering.

The prestigious Everrolling trophy, presented by Kochi Karunya Sangha Vedi to honor the most environmentally conscious school, was clinched by Thoppumpadi Our Ladies High School, Vypin Kanosa UP School and Fort Kochi Santa Cruz LP School. Additionally, memento certificates were awarded to students who demonstrated excellence in environmental competitions. V A Sreejith, Chairperson of the Education Standing Committee of Kochi Corporation, chaired the event. Vegetable seeds were generously distributed to children by Ramesh S, representing the Kochi Corporation AFO.

The speakers at the event included School Manager Abdul Ziyad, Division Councilor M Habibullah, Film Playback Singer Vipin Xavier, Sub-District Education Officer N Sudha, President of Karunya Sangha Vedi P K Natesan, HMS Forum Convenor P G Xavier, as well as the headmasters Shine V A and Muhammad Anwar. Also addressing the audience were PTA President Abubakar T U, Karunya Sangha Vedi General Secretary P G Lawrence, Program Coordinator P T Boniface, along with K J Basil, Sumaiya A and Praveena Sunil.