Alpha to Omega Newsletter - November 2017

November 2017

From the Editor's Desk

Hari Om Friend,

The month of October forms the period of transition from the hot rainy season to dry winter conditions. The retreat of the monsoon is marked by clear skies and a rise in temperature.

Of late we find that most of the Indian cities, including Mumbai, are grappling with the problem of air pollution. A confluence of interdependent factors is responsible for the same. Management of solid waste too has become one of the biggest problems that we are facing today. Vermicomposting is proving to be a better option to tackle this problem.

Vermicomposting is the process of conversion of organic wastes by earthworms to valuable humus like material which is used as a natural soil conditioner. Vermicomposting is an environment-friendly and cost-effective technique for solid waste management.

With the blessings and inspiration of Dr. Aniruddha D. Joshi, M.D. (Med), the vermiculture project is currently being run successfully by the Aniruddha’s Academy of Disaster Management at many locations.

This newsletter issue gives an insight into this important activity of the organization.

          - Samirsinh Dattopadhye

Contents

• From The Editor's Desk
• Vermiculture
• Aniruddha's Academy of Disaster Management
• Achiever

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Vermiculture

Vermiculture means artificial culturing of earthworms. Vermicompost is the excreta of earthworms. It is considered as one of the most effective and environment-friendly manures, without any harmful side effects. Earthworms eat bio-degradable wastes and give out vermicompost. Municipal waste and non-toxic solid and liquid waste generated by industries can also similarly be converted into vermicompost. Earthworms not only convert garbage into valuable manure but also keep the environment healthy. Vermicomposting is a simple process which can be easily carried out even at one's residence. With the blessings and inspiration of Dr. Aniruddha D. Joshi, M.D. (Med), the vermiculture project is currently being run successfully by AADM at many locations. The project was first started at the residences of volunteers, with initial help and material provided by the AADM. The efforts yielded large amounts of vermicompost. Volunteers donate the vermicompost so generated to the Academy. The vermicompost is also used in the tree plantation activity carried out by AADM throughout Maharashtra. ‘Trees’ are considered living immovable souls. By supplying them with good manure, we are not only nurturing them but also trying to repay our obligation towards our Mother Earth.

It can handle all types of biodegradable waste like food waste, floral and vegetable waste, garden waste, cow dung and paper waste. The dry waste like glass, thermocol, plastic, rubber or likewise which does not decompose cannot be used in the process.

It also helps to conserve earthworm species which play an important role in soil fertility and environment protection.

The first output of rich Vermicompost takes 2-2½ months but the second cycle is completed within 45 days. As the number of worms increase, the quality and quantity of manure increases.

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AADM has formed a core team of 50 volunteers for the project.

For vermiculture at your homes, offices, schools-colleges, farms, etc. you may contact

Aniruddha’s Academy of Disaster Management

3, Krishna Niwas, 1^st Floor,
18, Sakharam Kir Marg, Off L.J Road,
Shivaji Park, Matunga (West),
Mumbai - 400016

Contact No.: 022 - 24301010, 022 - 24302424

Email: [email protected]

During the month

Aniruddha's Academy of Disaster Management (AADM)

Seven Basic training courses were held during the month of October 2017

1. At Mangaon, Raigad from 1^st October 2017 to 7^th October 2017.

   Participants: 20

2. At AADM Office, Dadar from 9^th October 2017 to 15^th October 2017.

   Participants: 11

3. At Kothrud, Pune from 23^rd October 2017 to 29^th October 2017.

   Participants: 31

4. At Airport School, Vile Parle (E) from 23^rd October 2017 to 29^th October 2017.

   Participants: 28

5. At Sushma Patil Vidyalaya, Sector 11, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai from 23^rd October 2017 to 29^th October 2017.

   Participants: 12

6. At Banthia High School, Sector 13, New Panvel East from 23^rd October 2017 to 29^th Octgober 2017.

   Participants: 48

7. At Kelewadi, Murbad from 23^rd October 2017 to 29^th October 2017

   Participants: 43

AADM Refresher Course:-

AADM refresher course was conducted at Hari Om Bungalow Terrace, Vindyavasini Road, Pitale wadi, Damanavane, Chiplun on Sunday, 29^th October 2017 from 10.00 am to 4.00 pm.

36 DMVs from Chiplun, Sati, Kherdi, Rampur, Savarde and Guhagar participated in this course.

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AADM Corporate Course

On the request of Mastakar Auto Service Station, New Linking Road, Oshiwara, Mumbai, a Corporate Course was conducted by AADM at Mastakar Auto Service Station's outlet on 28^th and 29^th October 2017.

12 Staff members of Mastakar Auto Service Station participated in this course.

Achiever

Heartiest congratulations to Shraddhavan Roshansinh Sonawane for winning the Bronze medal in Air Rifle 10m Shooting event at RYP Sports invitational meet 2017.

Web presence

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YouTube channels

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