On the occasion of World Water Day, BBK DAV College for Women, Amritsar, was awarded the prestigious Water Sustainability Award 2025-26 by the National EduTrust of India, registered under Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Entreprises, Govt. of India. The award recognizes the visionary leadership of Principal Dr Pushpinder Walia in promoting water conservation and spearheading the Best Out of Waste Water Action Research Plan, an initiative focused on innovative water-saving and recycling practices.Under Dr. Walia’s leadership, the initiative has successfully raised awareness about the importance of water conservation, benefitting not only the college community but also the broader environment.
While expressing her gratitude , Principal Dr. Pushpinder Walia dedicated the award to the hard work and dedication of the entire college staff. She added that Water is the lifeline of our planet, and it is our collective responsibility to protect and preserve it,and that this award reaffirms the institution’s commitment to sustainability, inspiring all to continue working towards innovative water conservation practices.
Ten students who served as Water Conservation Ambassadors were also honoured with certificates for their active participation in sustainability efforts. Ms. Surbhi Sethi and Dr. Nidhi Aggarwal, NSS Program Officers, also received appreciation letters in recognition of their dedicated efforts in promoting environmental conservation and sustainability. Mr. Samarth Sharma, CEO, National EduTrust of India, praised BBK DAV College for Women for setting a remarkable example in integrating sustainability into its curriculum and institutional practices.
Advocate Sh. Sudarshan Kapoor, Chairman, Local Committee, commended the collective efforts of the college and encouraged them to continue with their good work in such ventures.
