Beach cleaning program at Ullal Beach successfully organised by Make A Change Foundation
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Mangaluru: The Make A Change Foundation, under the leadership of its founder and chairman Suhail Kandak, successfully organized the Beach Cleaning Initiative 2025 at Ullal Beach, Mangaluru, on Sunday marking another milestone in its mission towards community welfare and environmental conservation.
The program witnessed enthusiastic participation from youth volunteers, students, local community members, NGOs, and environmental enthusiasts, who came together with a shared vision – to restore the natural beauty of Ullal Beach and spread awareness on the importance of keeping our coastal stretches clean.
Over the course of the event, several tonnes of plastic waste, bottles, wrappers, fishing nets, and other non-biodegradable materials were collected and systematically segregated for recycling and proper disposal. The beach, which is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Dakshina Kannada, was visibly rejuvenated after the massive cleanup effort.
Speaking at the event, Suhail Kandak said: “Beach cleaning isn't just a one-day effort – it's about building a lasting sense of environmental responsibility. We aim to inspire citizens, especially youth, to become change-makers in protecting nature.”
The initiative was also designed as a community celebration of sustainability, with interactive sessions, awareness talks on waste management, cultural performances, and eco-friendly activities. Local residents appreciated the program, stressing that such collective efforts are vital to protecting the marine ecosystem and ensuring a clean, safe environment for future generations.
The Make A Change Foundation has been working across Karnataka on issues of environmental protection, youth empowerment, education, and social justice. The Ullal Beach Cleaning adds to its growing list of impactful community initiatives, aligning with its broader vision of building a more responsible and sustainable society.
The foundation extended gratitude to all volunteers, partner organizations, and local authorities who supported the event. It has also announced plans to organize similar clean-up drives and awareness campaigns in other parts of Dakshina Kannada in the coming months.
The initiative was supported by Yenepoya Institutions, Janapriya Hospital, Dream Deal Group and MFC group of Hotels.
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Delhi's maximum temperature settles at 41.9 deg C
New Delhi (PTI): Delhi on Sunday recorded a maximum temperature of 41.9 degree Celsius, 1.5 notches above the seasonal average, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).
The minimum temperature settled at 25.9 degrees Celsius on Sunday morning, 0.6 notches below the seasonal average, the IMD stated.
The weather department predicted strong surface wind during the Monday morning, with the maximum and minimum temperature expected to hover around 44 degrees Celsius and 26 degree Celsius, respectively.
Relative humidity was recorded at 28 per cent at 5.30 pm.
The air quality was recorded in the 'moderate' category at 4 pm, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) reading of 174, Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed.
According to the CPCB, an AQI between zero and 50 is considered 'good', 51 to 100 'satisfactory', 101 to 200 'moderate', 201 to 300 'poor', 301 to 400 'very poor', and 401 to 500 'severe'.
