{"id":22842,"date":"2026-09-02T06:07:32","date_gmt":"2026-09-02T06:07:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/?p=22842"},"modified":"2026-09-02T06:16:02","modified_gmt":"2026-09-02T06:16:02","slug":"cpu-observes-parthenium-eradication-week-a-step-towards-sustainable-development","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/cpu-observes-parthenium-eradication-week-a-step-towards-sustainable-development\/","title":{"rendered":"CPU Observes Parthenium Eradication Week: A Step Towards Sustainable Development"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"22842\" class=\"elementor elementor-22842\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-2eb7525 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"2eb7525\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-0f17343\" data-id=\"0f17343\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-inner-section elementor-element elementor-element-5c18d45 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no\" data-id=\"5c18d45\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-inner-column elementor-element elementor-element-d8fe414\" data-id=\"d8fe414\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b8533bc elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"b8533bc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<style>\r\n  .cpu_post_wrap {\r\n    font-family: 'Segoe UI', Arial, sans-serif;\r\n    color: #1a1a1a;\r\n    max-width: 845px;\r\n    margin: 0 auto;\r\n    padding: 0 16px 48px;\r\n    line-height: 1.7;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .cpu_post_hero {\r\n    background: linear-gradient(135deg, #083d1e 0%, #051a0d 100%);\r\n    border-radius: 12px;\r\n    padding: 48px 40px;\r\n    margin-bottom: 40px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .cpu_post_hero_tag {\r\n    display: inline-block;\r\n    background: #cab34f;\r\n    color: #fff;\r\n    font-size: 11px;\r\n    font-weight: 700;\r\n    letter-spacing: 2px;\r\n    text-transform: uppercase;\r\n    padding: 5px 14px;\r\n    border-radius: 4px;\r\n    margin-bottom: 18px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .cpu_post_hero_title {\r\n    font-size: 32px;\r\n    font-weight: 800;\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n    line-height: 1.2;\r\n    margin: 0 0 12px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  .cpu_post_hero_title span { color: #7ddb6a; 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Organised in alignment with the objectives of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), the initiative aimed to promote awareness about <em>Parthenium hysterophorus<\/em> (Congress Grass), its harmful impacts on agriculture, biodiversity, and human and animal health - and the importance of its timely eradication.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Stats -->\r\n  <section class=\"cpu_post_stats_row\">\r\n    <section class=\"cpu_post_stat_box\">\r\n      <span class=\"cpu_post_stat_num\">7<\/span>\r\n      <p class=\"cpu_post_stat_label\">Days of awareness, drives & outreach<\/p>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n    <section class=\"cpu_post_stat_box\">\r\n      <span class=\"cpu_post_stat_num\">ICAR<\/span>\r\n      <p class=\"cpu_post_stat_label\">Aligned with ICAR objectives<\/p>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n    <section class=\"cpu_post_stat_box\">\r\n      <span class=\"cpu_post_stat_num\">7<\/span>\r\n      <p class=\"cpu_post_stat_label\">UN SDGs supported by the initiative<\/p>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Activities -->\r\n  <h2 class=\"cpu_post_section_title\">Key Activities of the Week<\/h2>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"cpu_post_session_grid\">\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"cpu_post_session_card\">\r\n      <span class=\"cpu_post_session_icon\">\ud83c\udf93<\/span>\r\n      <section>\r\n        <p class=\"cpu_post_session_title\">Awareness Lecture - Dr. Shivendra Singh<\/p>\r\n        <p class=\"cpu_post_session_text\">Dr. Shivendra Singh, Assistant Professor, Department of Agricultural Sciences, conducted an awareness lecture covering identification and spread of Parthenium, its agricultural and environmental impact, and effective methods for its eradication and management.<\/p>\r\n      <\/section>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"cpu_post_session_card\">\r\n      <span class=\"cpu_post_session_icon\">\ud83c\udf3f<\/span>\r\n      <section>\r\n        <p class=\"cpu_post_session_title\">Campus Eradication & Cleanliness Drive<\/p>\r\n        <p class=\"cpu_post_session_text\">NSS volunteers removed Parthenium from the ATM area, canteen-to-hostel route, parking area, and area behind the Guest House. Students and staff were also sensitised about its identification, harmful effects, and the importance of timely removal.<\/p>\r\n      <\/section>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"cpu_post_session_card\">\r\n      <span class=\"cpu_post_session_icon\">\ud83c\udfd8\ufe0f<\/span>\r\n      <section>\r\n        <p class=\"cpu_post_session_title\">Special Programme at Alaniya Village - 22 August<\/p>\r\n        <p class=\"cpu_post_session_text\">NSS volunteers interacted with villagers and created awareness about Parthenium's agricultural, environmental, and health impacts. Village Sarpanch Mr. Dinesh Sharma attended the programme. Villagers were encouraged to undertake timely collective eradication efforts.<\/p>\r\n      <\/section>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\r\n    <section class=\"cpu_post_session_card\">\r\n      <span class=\"cpu_post_session_icon\">\ud83e\udd1d<\/span>\r\n      <section>\r\n        <p class=\"cpu_post_session_title\">NSS Volunteers - Central Role<\/p>\r\n        <p class=\"cpu_post_session_text\">Under the leadership of NSS Coordinator Dr. Ratnakar Pathak, NSS volunteers led awareness sessions, eradication drives, cleanliness activities, and rural outreach - developing teamwork, leadership, and environmental responsibility.<\/p>\r\n      <\/section>\r\n    <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Community Participation -->\r\n  <h2 class=\"cpu_post_section_title\">University Community Participation<\/h2>\r\n  <p class=\"cpu_post_body_text\">\r\n    The campaign witnessed active participation from Hon'ble Vice Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Mayank Saxena, Associate Dean Dr. Gunjeet Kaur, and Assistant Professors from various departments. The collective involvement of faculty, administration, and NSS volunteers strengthened the campaign and conveyed a strong message of environmental responsibility and sustainable campus management.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <!-- SDGs -->\r\n  <h2 class=\"cpu_post_section_title\">Contribution Towards UN Sustainable Development Goals<\/h2>\r\n  <p class=\"cpu_post_body_text\">\r\n    The Parthenium Eradication Week contributed to several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals - promoting agricultural sustainability, health and well-being, clean surroundings, responsible environmental management, biodiversity conservation, and community participation.\r\n  <\/p>\r\n\r\n  <section class=\"cpu_post_sdg_row\">\r\n    <span class=\"cpu_post_sdg_pill\">SDG 2 - Zero Hunger<\/span>\r\n    <span class=\"cpu_post_sdg_pill\">SDG 3 - Good Health<\/span>\r\n    <span class=\"cpu_post_sdg_pill\">SDG 11 - Sustainable Cities<\/span>\r\n    <span class=\"cpu_post_sdg_pill\">SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption<\/span>\r\n    <span class=\"cpu_post_sdg_pill\">SDG 13 - Climate Action<\/span>\r\n    <span class=\"cpu_post_sdg_pill\">SDG 15 - Life on Land<\/span>\r\n    <span class=\"cpu_post_sdg_pill\">SDG 17 - Partnerships<\/span>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Quote -->\r\n  <section class=\"cpu_post_quote\">\r\n    \ud83c\udf31 From campus to community - CPU's Parthenium Eradication Week represents a meaningful step towards sustainable development and reflects the university's commitment to building a cleaner, healthier, and environmentally responsible society.\r\n    <!-- <span class=\"cpu_post_quote_attr\">- Parthenium Eradication Week \u00b7 Career Point University, Kota \u00b7 16\u201322 August 2026<\/span> -->\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- Gallery -->\r\n  <h2 class=\"cpu_post_section_title\">Moments from the Week<\/h2>\r\n  <section class=\"cpu_post_gallery\">\r\n    <section class=\"cpu_post_gallery_placeholder\">\r\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Parthenium-Eradication-Week-Blog-CPUR-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Awareness Lecture - Dr. Shivendra Singh\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:175px;object-fit:cover;border-radius:8px;display:block;\">\r\n    <\/section>\r\n    <section class=\"cpu_post_gallery_placeholder\">\r\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Parthenium-Eradication-Week-Blog-CPUR-2.jpeg\" alt=\"Campus Eradication Drive - NSS Volunteers\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:175px;object-fit:cover;border-radius:8px;display:block;\">\r\n    <\/section>\r\n    <section class=\"cpu_post_gallery_placeholder\">\r\n      <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/Parthenium-Eradication-Week-Blog-CPUR-3.jpeg\" alt=\"VC Prof. Dr. Mayank Saxena & Faculty Participation\" loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width:100%;height:175px;object-fit:cover;border-radius:8px;display:block;\">\r\n    <\/section>\r\n    <!-- More gallery images can be added here using the same img src format. -->\r\n  <\/section>\r\n  <!-- <p class=\"cpu_post_gallery_note\">\ud83d\udcf8 Images will be displayed here once uploaded to the CMS.<\/p> -->\r\n\r\n  <!-- Closing -->\r\n  <section class=\"cpu_post_closing\">\r\n    <p class=\"cpu_post_closing_head\">\ud83c\udf3f A Cleaner Campus. A Greener Community.<\/p>\r\n    <p class=\"cpu_post_closing_text\">Conducted under the guidance of Hon'ble Vice Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Mayank Saxena, the Parthenium Eradication Week went beyond the physical removal of weeds - it created lasting awareness and encouraged students and community members to actively participate in environmental protection. Career Point University reaffirms its commitment to sustainability, biodiversity, and responsible citizenship.<\/p>\r\n    <!-- <p class=\"cpu_post_closing_meta\">Parthenium Eradication Week \u00b7 Career Point University, Kota \u00b7 16\u201322 August 2026<\/p> -->\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n<\/section>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Environmental Initiative &#8211; School of Agricultural Sciences CPU Observes Parthenium Eradication Week:A Step Towards Sustainable Development Career Point University, Kota observed a week-long Parthenium Eradication Week in alignment with ICAR objectives &#8211; from campus drives to community outreach at Alaniya village. Reaffirming its commitment to environmental conservation, cleanliness, and sustainable development, Career Point University (CPU), Kota, observed Parthenium Eradication Week from 16 to 22 August 2026. Organised in alignment with the objectives of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), the initiative aimed to promote awareness about Parthenium hysterophorus (Congress Grass), its harmful impacts on agriculture, biodiversity, and human and animal health &#8211; and the importance of its timely eradication. 7 Days of awareness, drives &#038; outreach ICAR Aligned with ICAR objectives 7 UN SDGs supported by the initiative Key Activities of the Week \ud83c\udf93 Awareness Lecture &#8211; Dr. Shivendra Singh Dr. Shivendra Singh, Assistant Professor, Department of Agricultural Sciences, conducted an awareness lecture covering identification and spread of Parthenium, its agricultural and environmental impact, and effective methods for its eradication and management. \ud83c\udf3f Campus Eradication &#038; Cleanliness Drive NSS volunteers removed Parthenium from the ATM area, canteen-to-hostel route, parking area, and area behind the Guest House. Students and staff were also sensitised about its identification, harmful effects, and the importance of timely removal. \ud83c\udfd8\ufe0f Special Programme at Alaniya Village &#8211; 22 August NSS volunteers interacted with villagers and created awareness about Parthenium&#8217;s agricultural, environmental, and health impacts. Village Sarpanch Mr. Dinesh Sharma attended the programme. Villagers were encouraged to undertake timely collective eradication efforts. \ud83e\udd1d NSS Volunteers &#8211; Central Role Under the leadership of NSS Coordinator Dr. Ratnakar Pathak, NSS volunteers led awareness sessions, eradication drives, cleanliness activities, and rural outreach &#8211; developing teamwork, leadership, and environmental responsibility. University Community Participation The campaign witnessed active participation from Hon&#8217;ble Vice Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Mayank Saxena, Associate Dean Dr. Gunjeet Kaur, and Assistant Professors from various departments. The collective involvement of faculty, administration, and NSS volunteers strengthened the campaign and conveyed a strong message of environmental responsibility and sustainable campus management. Contribution Towards UN Sustainable Development Goals The Parthenium Eradication Week contributed to several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals &#8211; promoting agricultural sustainability, health and well-being, clean surroundings, responsible environmental management, biodiversity conservation, and community participation. SDG 2 &#8211; Zero Hunger SDG 3 &#8211; Good Health SDG 11 &#8211; Sustainable Cities SDG 12 &#8211; Responsible Consumption SDG 13 &#8211; Climate Action SDG 15 &#8211; Life on Land SDG 17 &#8211; Partnerships \ud83c\udf31 From campus to community &#8211; CPU&#8217;s Parthenium Eradication Week represents a meaningful step towards sustainable development and reflects the university&#8217;s commitment to building a cleaner, healthier, and environmentally responsible society. Moments from the Week \ud83c\udf3f A Cleaner Campus. A Greener Community. Conducted under the guidance of Hon&#8217;ble Vice Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Mayank Saxena, the Parthenium Eradication Week went beyond the physical removal of weeds &#8211; it created lasting awareness and encouraged students and community members to actively participate in environmental protection. Career Point University reaffirms its commitment to sustainability, biodiversity, and responsible citizenship.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":22838,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"elementor_header_footer","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[989],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-22842","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-life_cpu"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v19.13 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>CPU Observes Parthenium Eradication Week: A Step Towards Sustainable Development - Career Point University Kota Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/cpur.in\/blog\/cpu-observes-parthenium-eradication-week-a-step-towards-sustainable-development\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"CPU Observes Parthenium Eradication Week: A Step Towards Sustainable Development - Career Point University Kota Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Environmental Initiative &#8211; School of Agricultural Sciences CPU Observes Parthenium Eradication Week:A Step Towards Sustainable Development Career Point University, Kota observed a week-long Parthenium Eradication Week in alignment with ICAR objectives &#8211; from campus drives to community outreach at Alaniya village. Reaffirming its commitment to environmental conservation, cleanliness, and sustainable development, Career Point University (CPU), Kota, observed Parthenium Eradication Week from 16 to 22 August 2026. Organised in alignment with the objectives of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), the initiative aimed to promote awareness about Parthenium hysterophorus (Congress Grass), its harmful impacts on agriculture, biodiversity, and human and animal health &#8211; and the importance of its timely eradication. 7 Days of awareness, drives &#038; outreach ICAR Aligned with ICAR objectives 7 UN SDGs supported by the initiative Key Activities of the Week \ud83c\udf93 Awareness Lecture &#8211; Dr. Shivendra Singh Dr. Shivendra Singh, Assistant Professor, Department of Agricultural Sciences, conducted an awareness lecture covering identification and spread of Parthenium, its agricultural and environmental impact, and effective methods for its eradication and management. \ud83c\udf3f Campus Eradication &#038; Cleanliness Drive NSS volunteers removed Parthenium from the ATM area, canteen-to-hostel route, parking area, and area behind the Guest House. 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The collective involvement of faculty, administration, and NSS volunteers strengthened the campaign and conveyed a strong message of environmental responsibility and sustainable campus management. Contribution Towards UN Sustainable Development Goals The Parthenium Eradication Week contributed to several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals &#8211; promoting agricultural sustainability, health and well-being, clean surroundings, responsible environmental management, biodiversity conservation, and community participation. 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