RONO HILLS, Jun 5: Rajiv Gandhi University’s Mass Communication Department celebrated World Environment Day with a tree plantation drive, adorning the department’s compound with a variety of ornamental and fruit trees.
Organized by the department’s research scholars in collaboration with the Youth Mission for Clean River (YMCR) and the Contemporary Communique Club (C3), the event symbolized a meaningful step toward a greener campus and stronger ties among students and alumni.
Taking part in the event, the department’s alumnus and President of the Arunachal Pradesh Union of Working Journalists (APUWJ) praised the initiative for bringing together past and present students. He encouraged aspiring journalists to follow the media ethics taught in the department and to honor its legacy through responsible journalism. Highlighting the department’s 21-year history, he emphasized its role in producing leading journalists, filmmakers, photographers, and professionals in Arunachal Pradesh, urging a stronger alumni network to support the department’s growth.
Professor Kh Kabi, Head of the Mass Communication Department, called the plantation drive a meaningful effort toward environmental conservation. “Through small actions, we can contribute to nature and create change,” he said, assuring that the department would look after the planted saplings. He also invited alumni to stay engaged and contribute to the department’s progress.
Professor Uttam Pegu, Dean of the Faculty of Communication Studies, lauded the collaborative effort and committed to organizing more events to strengthen alumni ties.
Assistant Professor Sunil Koijam echoed this, proposing a two-day alumni meet in October, with the C3 team appointed as coordinators.
Keyom Doni, Vice-Chairman of YMCR, thanked the department for their partnership and emphasized the event’s alignment with this year’s World Environment Day theme, “Ending Plastic Pollution Globally.”
He praised the organizers for avoiding plastic waste, such as packaged water bottles and tetra packs, during the program.
Doni also expressed gratitude to Techi Khilli, Range Forest Officer of Itanagar Forest Division, for providing saplings and consistently supporting YMCR’s efforts.
The event saw participation from notable department alumni, including Taya Bagang (IJU-NEC member), Chukhu Indu (Arunachal Times reporter), Gyamar Karme (C3 Chair), and Millo Kado (C3 Vice-Chair), who also spoke, emphasizing the importance of a strong alumni network.
They highlighted how such connections could enhance collaboration, mentorship, and opportunities for current students while supporting the department’s growth.

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