In response to the urgent ecological challenges of our time, the Tamil Nadu Conference of Religious (TNCR), Southern India, has launched a transformative environmental initiative titled “Nature is Divine – A Grand Movement to Protect the Earth.”
This movement, grounded in a deep sense of responsibility as both citizens of the land and consecrated religious, aims to serve nature and humanity through concrete action. A central focus of the initiative is the conservation and sustainable protection of water resources, ensuring that future generations inherit a thriving and fertile earth.
On July 2, 2025, the movement began with its first initiative: the cleaning and restoration of the pond at Sri Akasha Bhairava Peedam, a Hindu shrine located in Vengathur village, northern Tamil Nadu. The event was carried out in collaboration with the local community, including village leaders, residents, and school children.
Also present were the office bearers of TNCR, including Sr. Maria Philomi, President of TNCR; Sr. Nambikkai Mary, Secretary of TNCR; and heads of religious congregations such as Sr. Arokkiyam, Superior General of the Franciscan Sisters of St. Aloysius Gonzaga; Sr. Clara Vasanthi, Superior General of St. Anne’s Generalate, Madavaram; along with other religious representatives and members of the All India Catholic University Federation (AICUF).
The symbolic act of offering floral tributes to Mother Nature marked the beginning of the pond-cleaning work.
Addressing the gathering, the village leader of Vengathur highlighted the spirit of unity among residents from diverse religious backgrounds. He expressed confidence that efforts like these would ensure a greener and more sustainable future, thanking all who inspired and supported the initiative.
The enthusiastic involvement of school children added a vibrant dimension to the event, awakening in them a desire to protect the environment and dream of a better world.
Protecting natural resources, especially water, is not just an ecological need but a moral and universal obligation. The Tamil Nadu Conference of Religious reaffirms its commitment to this mission and calls on all people of goodwill to embrace environmental stewardship as a way of life, safeguarding both the Earth and humanity
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