23/09/2026
Hands-on Workshop on Waste & Brand Audit and Tapara Making
19 September: The Environment Education Programme (EEP) Cell, under the Forest and Environment Department, Government of Sikkim with support from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Government of India, and in partnership with Zero Waste Himalaya and Biodiversity Management Commitee, West Pandam organised hands-on workshop on Zero Waste Initiative: Waste & Brand Audit and Tapara making for 45 primary school Eco-Clubs from Gyalshing, Namchi and Soreng Districts at the Community Hall, Jorethang.
The workshop introduced participants to the Zero Waste Mantra — “Reflect, Switch, Demand”, focusing on effective waste segregation, mindful consumption, identifying plastic producers and brands, adopting sustainable alternatives, and encouraging environmentally responsible practices.
Ms. Priyadarshini Shrestha and Mr. Roshan Rai, Core Members of Zero Waste Himalaya, shared relevant case studies and highlighted 12 practical steps towards effective waste management and adopting a Zero Waste lifestyle.
As a part of the practical learning activities, a Tapara-making session was also conducted, introducing participants to a traditional and sustainable alternative to disposable products. The session was supported by community representatives and resource persons from BCM West Pandam, including Ms. Basudara Sharma, Panchayat Member; Mr. T. R. Sharma, BMC Secretary; Ms. Chabimaya Sharma, BMC Member; and Ms. Bina Subedi, BMC Member.
The workshop provided the participants with practical knowledge and encouraged them to adopt responsible consumption and sustainable waste management practices in their schools and communities.
