Shillong: NIFT Shillong planted 100 Himalayan cherry blossom trees at its Umsawli campus on November 14. The move targets a shift toward environmental sustainability and textile innovation. It is a bold move. Campus Director Prof. Dr. Binaya Bhusan Jena led the effort to link regional biodiversity with design education.
The drive counts on the Prunus cerasoides to define the campus. This species remains core to Shillong’s cultural identity. By planting these, NIFT aims to build ecological awareness while supporting the state tourism sector.
Dr. Nripemo Odyuo from the Botanical Survey of India and Prof. Dr. Rasananda Panda of MICA, Ahmedabad, attended the event. Jena stated the drive aims to "position NIFT Shillong as a leader in sustainable fashion by integrating regional biodiversity with design education."
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