The National Service Scheme (NSS) and Eco & Life Science Association of Milagres College, in association with
the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), organized a Medicinal Plant Talk on 07 October 2026 at 10:30 AM.
The programme was conducted to create awareness among students about medicinal plants, their traditional uses,
health benefits, identification and conservation, and to promote sustainable environmental practices.
Resource person for the programme was Mr. Uday Kumar Shetty, Plant Conservationist and Supervisor, Botanical
Garden, Pilikula. He delivered an informative session on various medicinal plants focusing on their traditional
applications, health benefits and significance in human well-being. He also highlighted the importance of
conserving medicinal plant species and preserving traditional knowledge related to their use.
As part of the session, the resource person brought selected medicinal plants and demonstrated them to the
students. He explained their identification features, traditional uses and significance, providing students with an
opportunity for direct observation and experimental learning. The practical demonstration enhanced student’s
understanding of medicinal plants beyond theoretical knowledge.
The programme was held for one hour and was attended by 72 students and 4 faculty members. Anam of 1st FND
compered the programme and delivered the Vote of Thanks. The programme concluded with the inauguration of
the Medicinal Plant Garden by the Chief Guest, Mr. Uday Kumar Shetty. The garden was established as a campus-
based learning resource to facilitate the identification and study of medicinal plants and to encourage their
cultivation and conservation. The initiative also supports the institution & efforts towards promoting biodiversity
conservation, environmental awareness and sustainable campus practices.
The programme was supported and supervised by Mr. Joel Merwin Mascarenhas, NSS Programme Officer, and
coordinated by Ms. Divyashree, Eco & Life Science Coordinator. The activity contributed to experiential learning,
environmental awareness, biodiversity conservation, and the promotion of sustainable practices among students.