The Department of Pharmacognosy, Pushpagiri College of Pharmacy, Thiruvalla, organized World Environment Day Awareness Programme on 8th June 2026 in Ward 5 of Peringara Grama Panchayat. The programme was conducted in association with the Kerala State Pollution Control Board, IQAC, Nature Club, and NSS Unit of the college.
The programme commenced with a prayer song, followed by the welcome address delivered by Dr. Anju A. Varghese, Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacognosy.The awareness session on the topic “Single-Use Plastic” was led by Mrs. Pravithamol T. N., Environmental Engineer, Kerala State Pollution Control Board, District Office, Pathanamthitta. The resource person delivered an informative and engaging talk on the environmental hazards caused by single-use plastics, the importance of reducing plastic consumption, and sustainable alternatives that can be adopted in daily life. The session created awareness among the participants regarding responsible environmental practices and waste management.
As a token of appreciation, Dr. Malini S, Vice Principal (Administration) presented a memento to the resource person in recognition of her valuable contribution to the program.
The programme was attended by Ward Member Mr. Roy Varghese (Ward 5), Ward Member Mrs. Eleyamma (Ward 6), faculty members, students of second year Pharm.D. , and residents of the locality.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by Mrs. Archana S, Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacognosy.Dr.Anju A Varghese,Associate Professor,Dept.of Pharmacognosy coordinated the program.

A seminar on Pharma Careers and Global Opportunities was organized by IQAC and Placement cell in association with RECRUITNET Education Consultancy ,Ernakulam on 30.05.2026. Mr.Sujith Kumar C S,Head-Marketing and Admissions,RECRUITNET and Ms.Mereena Johnson,Senior consultant,RECRUITNET, presented the opportunities of Pharma in Ireland. Pharm.D Interns,Fifth Year Pharm D,Third Year Pharm D and Sixth Sem B. Pharm students actively participated and interacted with officials from RECRUITNET.Mrs.Sumi James,Assistant Professor ,Department of Pharmacology welcomed the gathering and Mrs.Jisha B,Assistant Professor,Department of Pharmaceutics proposed vote of thanks .Dr.Deepthi Mathew, Associate Professor, Dept.of Pharmaceutics and head Placement Cell coordinated the program.

Department of Pharmacy Practice and IQAC of Pushpagiri College of Pharmacy , in association with the Vimukthi Committee, Excise Department, Thiruvalla, and Health Department, organized a “World No Tobacco Day* awareness programme at Taluk Hospital, Thiruvalla, on 30th May 2026. The programme included a tobacco-free pledge, awareness rally, flash mob, awareness class presented by Second Year Pharm D students. Dr. Malini S., Head of the Department of Pharmacy Practice, and Mrs. Archana Vijai , Vimukthi Coordinator, actively participated and coordinated the programme. The event was inaugurated by Smt.Lekha,Tiruvalla Muncipal Chairperson and presided by Dr. Biju B A, Superintendent, Taluk Hospital,Thiruvalla.Mr .Rajendran K ,Excise Circle Inspector, Anu Prasad S,Mr.. Rafeek R ,Civil Excise Officer, Mrs. Rema Devi,Vimukthi Pathanamthitta Coordinator,Mrs.Laly Thomas , Nursing Superintendent, and Dr.Anju Ann George were spoke on this occasion.Mrs.Archana Vijay, Vimukthi Coordinator,Pushpagiri College of Pharmacy delivered the vote of thanks. The event successfully spread awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco use among the public. *”Say No to Tobacco – Choose *Health, Choose Life.”*

Department of Pharmacy Practice, in association with the SQAC, IQAC, NSS Unit & SSGP of Pushpagiri College of Pharmacy, organized a session on “Improving Oral Hygiene Practices among students through Quality Education” on 16th May 2026. The program commenced with welcome address by Ms Lynn Susan George, SQAC, Co curricular and event representative. The session was handled by Dr Annie Kitty George, Professor, Department of Periodontics, Pushpagiri College of Dental Sciences, Thiruvalla. She delivered an informative and interactive talk on oral hygiene practices, preventive dental care, and the role of quality education in promoting healthy habits among students. Around 300 students actively participated in the session. The program concluded with vote of thanks by Ms Saniyya T S, Fourth Year Pharm D student and formally ended with the National Anthem. Dr. Rani Manju, Asso.Professor,Dept of Pharmacy Practice coordinated the program.

The Department of Pharmacy Practice, in association with IQAC, NSS Unit, and SSGP of Pushpagiri College of Pharmacy, organized a session on “Fundamentals of Research Methodology & Clinical Study Designs” on 07th May 2026. The program commenced with a welcome address by Program Coordinator Dr. Rani Manju, Associate Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice. The session was handled by Dr. Smitha Vijayan, Department of Food Technology and Quality Assurance, MACFAST, Thiruvalla. Fourth Year and Fifth Year Pharm.D students actively participated in the session. The program formally concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Program Convenor Mrs. Merin T. Koshy, Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmacy Practice.

Pushpagiri College of Pharmacy , NSS unit in association with IQAC and SSGP conducted Earth Week celebrations from 22/04/2026 to 29/04/2025. The program was conducted as an initiative of Bharat Environment Program, organized by Research Heights Foundation in association with EPTRI .The major 5 key events of earth week celebrations include Sustainability Pledge taken by the Principal Faculty and students of Pushpagiri College of Pharmacy on 23/04/2026 . Mass tree plantation program was conducted in the college campus, with active participation from students and staff on 24/04/2026. Community outreach activity focussing on ” Save the Earth”, constituting role play by student volunteers and seedlings distribution to villagers on 25/04/2025.The waste management initiative mainly in collection, Segregation and disposal of waste was carried out in the campus with the co-operation of faculty, auxiliary staff and student community on 29/04/2025 followed by a sustainability Idea presentation by students fostering water and energy conservation in community and campus.Overall the programme laid a key influence on student community for future advancement.

A community health awareness programme in connection with World Malaria Day was organized by IQAC in association with Department of Pharmacology, NSS & SSGP and in collaboration with Joy Alukkas, Thiruvalla, on 25-04-2026 at Peringara Grama panchayat Ward 5. Mrs Preethu P John, Associate professor, Department of Pharmacology delivered the welcome address. An awareness class on malaria was conducted by Dr. Betsy A. Jose, Assistant Professor Department of Community medicine, Pushpagiri Institute of Medical Science and Research Centre who explained the causes, symptoms, mode of transmission, and preventive measures of malaria.She emphasized the importance of preventive measures such as avoiding mosquito breeding by maintaining cleanliness, using mosquito nets and repellents, and ensuring proper waste management. The session also highlighted the need for early diagnosis and timely treatment to reduce complications. The class was interactive, and participants were actively engaged in the program.As part of this program, personal safety kits were distributed to the beneficiaries to encourage protective practices and reduce the risk of mosquito-borne diseases such as malaria. More than 25 beneficiaries from the local community actively participated in the sessions. Student volunteers from I Pharm D have actively associated in coordination and interaction activities. The programme was concluded with a vote of thanks by Ms. Anakha S, Assistant professor, Department of Pharmacology.