Awantipora : The Mantaqi Centre for Science & Society (MCSS), Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), in collaboration with the Department of Environment, Sustainability & Climate Change (DESCC), organised an outreach programme titled ‘Nature Walk: An Initiative under Nature-Enabled Stress Reduction for Enhanced Student Learning’ at the Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MAP) Park, Campus II.
The programme, organized by the University as part of its initiative on science, society, and well-being, focused on the beneficial effects of nature-based learning on mental health, stress reduction, and academic performance. Dr. Dharam Chand, from DESCC and Coordinator of MAP Park, conducted an interactive session with students from Mantaqi Memorial Waqf Higher Secondary School. He illustrated how exposure to natural environments can improve focus, memory, mood, and overall well-being. Additionally, Dr. Chand presented scientific evidence that supports the concept of nature-enabled education, emphasizing its significance in fostering emotional resilience and enhancing cognitive clarity.
