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STAFF WRITERAs part of the Swachh Bharat Mission %u2013 India Campaign, SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST), in collaboration with Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA), organized a Lake Surrounding Area Cleaning Activity near Potheri Lake, opposite the SRMIST Silver Jubilee Arch. Over 180 volunteers, including students, faculty, and staff, actively participated in the initiative.The drive was graced by Dr. V. Thirumurugan, Nodal Officer %u2013 UBA SRMIST and Associate Director %u2013 Campus Life, along with NCC and Navy officers and the MBA Green Club Coordinator, who inspired participants through their involvement. Volunteers worked diligently to clear plastic and litter, enhancing the lake%u2019s surroundings while promoting awareness about environmental conservation and public health.Gloves, cleaning materials, refreshments, and certificates were provided to participants. The event concluded with the Swachhata Pledge, reaffirming collective responsibility for sustainability. This initiative highlighted SRMIST%u2019s commitment to community service, civic engagement, and ecological stewardship.SRMIST and UBA Collaborate for Surroundings Cleaning Drive at Potheri Under Swachh Bharat AbhiyanSTAFF WRITERSRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) proudly marked a significant milestone with the successful Logo Release Ceremony for Startup Summit 1.0, held at Ramanujam Hall, Techpark. The event set the stage for what promises to be an inspiring and transformative platform for innovators, visionaries, and changemakers.Jointly organized by the Department of Computing Technologies and the Directorate of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (DEI), the Startup Summit 1.0 is scheduled to take place on September 23 and 24, 2025. The two-day summit will serve as a vibrant convergence of students, faculty, startups, and industry leaders, fostering a dynamic ecosystem for networking, learning, and collaboration.Special appreciation was extended to the convenors %u2013 Dr. Divya Mohan, Dr. Ponmagal R. S., Dr. Dorathi Jayaseeli J. D., Dr. Usha G., and Dr. Suganiya M., along with the faculty coordinators and the dynamic student organizing team, whose hard work and dedication ensured the seamless execution of this memorable event.With the official unveiling of the logo, the energy and excitement surrounding Startup Summit 1.0 have reached new heights. The upcoming summit promises to be a grand celebration of innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship, offering participants an unparalleled platform to explore ideas, build networks, and ignite opportunities.SRMIST Launches Logo for Startup Summit 1.0 %u2013 A Prelude to Innovation and EntrepreneurshipSTAFF WRITERDr. S. Preeti, Associate Professor, Department of Hindi, Faculty of Science and Humanities, SRM Institute of Science a n d T e c h n o l o g y , K a t t a n k u l a t h u r , was awarded the prestigious Sahitya Shiromani Award, along with a cash prize, by the governmentrecognised institution Sahitya Mandal, Shree Nathdwara, Rajasthan, on 13th September 2025. During the award ceremony, she was Dr. S. Preeti Honoured with Sahitya Shiromani Awardalso invited as a distinguished guest speaker to deliver a lecture on the topic %u201c%u0924%u092e%u093f%u0932%u0928%u093e%u0921%u0941 %u092e%u0947%u0902 %u0924%u094d%u0930%u093f%u092d%u093e%u0937%u093e %u0928%u0940%u0924%u093f %u0915%u0940 %u0935%u094d%u092f%u093e%u092a%u0915%u0924%u093e;%u201d (Prevalence of the ThreeLanguage Policy in Tamil Nadu.)SRMIST Marks World Mangrove Day with Sapling Plantation Drive at KovalamSTAFF WRITERTo mark World Mangrove Day, a Mangrove Sapling Plantation Drive was held on July 26, 2025, at the Kovalam coastal region, organized by the Department of Civil Engineering, SRMISTKTR, in collaboration with OSI, NCCR, Mangrove Foundation of India, 4i Apps Solutions Pvt. Ltd., and the Forest Department of Tamil Nadu. Coordinated by Dr. R. Nagalakshmi, the event was inaugurated by Dr. R.S. Kankara, Director, NCCR, and Pon Senthil, Ranger, Forest Coastal Security Group. Distinguished guests from OSI, NCCR, and NIOT emphasized the ecological value of mangroves.A total of 1,350 saplings were planted with active participation from students, faculty, environmental volunteers, and local communities. A highlight was the introduction of Bio-Roll technology by NEEDS NGO, promoting ecofriendly mangrove afforestation. Orientation sessions further educated participants on mangrove conservation.This initiative not only strengthened coastal resilience but also advanced UN SDGs, showcasing effective collaboration between academia, government, NGOs, and industry.%u201cMangroves are the unsung heroes of the coast%u2014silent sentinels that protect life, land, and livelihoods%u201d2025 | Spectrum | Volume 19 Number 1 21