Date:- 03/07/2026
House :- Eklavya House
Topic- International plastic free Day : environmental responsibility
Venue: Auditorium

Introduction:
International Plastic Free Day is observed every year on 3 July to encourage people to reduce the use of single-use plastics and adopt eco-friendly alternatives. The day raises awareness about the harmful effects of plastic pollution on the environment, wildlife, and human health. It inspires individuals, schools, communities, and organizations to make sustainable choices, such as using cloth bags, reusable bottles, and paper or metal products. By saying "no" to unnecessary plastic, everyone can help create a cleaner, greener, and healthier planet for future generations.

Key Highlights
Prayer & Thought for the Day:

The thought of the day is, "Every plastic item refused today is a cleaner planet gifted to tomorrow."
On International Plastic Free Day, this profound quote reminds us that Earth is our only home. Every time we say 'no' to single-use plastic, we say 'yes' to a healthier, greener future. So, let's remember to act with the understanding that we are a part of something much larger than ourselves.

News Update:
School: After a long summer break, the school campus came alive again, with students returning to their classrooms with great enthusiasm and energy

International: Amid the devastation caused by the recent earthquakes in Venezuela, the nation has shown incredible resilience as rescue teams continue to save lives, communities unite to support one another, and relief efforts bring hope to those affected.

National: India continues to expand its National Digital Health Infrastructure, making healthcare records and services more accessible and efficient for millions of citizens through digital technology.

Sports news: The first T20 match between India and England at Durham was abandoned due to rain after India posted 189/7. the wait for Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's debut still continues.

Weather forecast: It is expected to be hot and humid, with periods of rain and thunderstorms during the day. The temperature is likely to range between 29°C and 35°C.

Special Performance:
"Leftovers"
Remember when rain smelled like wet earth?
Now it smells like plastic, for what it's worth.
We traded forests for shopping bags,
And mountains of waste in empty drags.
We thought we were smart, "just one time, it's fine,"
That one time is now a permanent line -
Between what we had and what we can't find,
Between green in our memory and grey in our mind.
The rivers we loved, they don't flow the same,
They carry our carelessness, bottle and frame.
The birds in the sky? They're fewer each day,
Lost in the fumes that we blew their way.
We borrowed this earth from those before,
But we're returning it broken-something to ignore.
A planet that's gasping, a future that's dim,
All because we found plastic too easy to trim.
So before you toss that wrapper aside,
Think of the world where our dreams used to hide.
The children of tomorrow won't ask for much -
Just a breath of fresh air, a river's soft touch.
Let's not be the ones who just watched and walked by,
Let's be the ones who at least tried to try.
'Cause one day they'll ask, "What did you do?" And I want our answer to be honest and true.
Not "we didn't know," not "it wasn't our fight" -
But "we saw the problem, and we made it right."

Speech/Presentation:

Think about the last time you went shopping. You were probably handed a plastic bag without giving it much thought. It may have been used for just a few minutes, but after being thrown away, it can remain in our environment for hundreds of years. Isn't it surprising that something so temporary can leave such a permanent mark on our planet?
Today, on the occasion of International Plastic Bag Free Day, observed every year on 3rd July, let us reflect on our responsibility towards the environment.
Plastic bags have become an inseparable part of our daily lives because they are cheap and convenient. However, this convenience comes at a huge cost. They pollute our land, rivers, and oceans, harm countless animals that mistake them for food, clog drainage systems, and eventually break down into tiny particles called microplastics. These microscopic particles have now found their way into the water we drink, the food we eat, and even the air we breathe.
The problem is not plastic alone. It is our habit of using and discarding it without thinking about its consequences.
The encouraging news is that the solution is much simpler than we imagine. Carrying a reusable cloth or jute bag, refusing unnecessary plastic bags, reusing what we already have, and encouraging others to do the same are small actions that require very little effort but can create a lasting impact.
Environmental responsibility is not just the duty of governments, scientists, or environmental organizations. It begins with each one of us. Every responsible choice we make today helps build a cleaner, healthier, and greener tomorrow. Environmental responsibility is not about making perfect choices every single day. It is about making better choices whenever we can.
As students, we often dream of changing the world someday. But that journey starts today, with the habits we build and the choices we make. Change does not always begin with grand campaigns or revolutionary ideas. Sometimes, it begins with one person making one responsible choice.
So, on this International Plastic Bag Free Day, let us make a simple promise: to think before we take, refuse what we do not need, and choose responsibility over convenience. Because every small step we take today brings us closer to a cleaner, greener, and healthier tomorrow. Because there is no Planet B, and the future of our planet depends on the choices we make today.

Principal Address: [Summary of the speaker’s insights]

Conclusion: Environmental responsibility begins with the choices we make every day. Refusing single-use plastic bags is a small action that creates a big impact. By choosing reusable bags and reducing plastic waste, we protect our environment, wildlife, and future generations. Every responsible choice brings us one step closer to a cleaner, greener, and healthier planet."

Prepared By:
Navya
Soumya
Palak
Kanak
Aaratrik
Priyanka Srivastava (Teacher In-charge)