Inspired by Balbir Singh Seechewal, Jalandhar boy wins award for project on Bein

Tribune News Service

Jalandhar, July 16

Jalandhar boy Aryan Rajput has won the Regional Award for the INTACH ‘Nature in Danger’ contest for his report on his project report “Water Body Clean Up”. As aspiring astronaut and ardent environemnt lover, Aryan, who studies in the 9th standard has submitted his report is based on and inspired by the mammoth clean up and kar sewa of the Holy Kali Bein.

The INTACH competition titled “Nature In Danger: My Project Report” invited thousands of entries from students across the country of which 10 national, 42 regional and some special awards were announced. Aryan who won the regional award is a Jalandhar-based student inspired by the environment.

Speaking to The Tribune, Aryan said: “I met environmentalist Balbir Singh Seechewal on one of my recent trips to Sultanpur Lodhi after the lockdown and was inspired by his Bein clean-up initiative. I talked to the environmentalist and the villagers who shared hugely inspirational stories. That prompted me to work on this project. The award is a huge encouragement.”

Aryan who conducted intensive search of internet about the project knowing its in and outs is also keen to make a difference environmentally. He is an ecology lover and believes every one should do their bit to save the planet.

Aryan is currently preparing to pursue astronomical engineering.

While Aryan’s mother is principal at a Beas school, his father is an educational consultant. He says the atmosphere at home also helps him pursue his dream.