JSS School of Nursing Kollegala

Overview:
As part of the Sarpamithra State Campaign, Adavi Alert Foundation conducted a Snake Bite Awareness Session at JSS School of Nursing, Kollegala. The programme was attended by 165 students and 6 staff members. The session focused on snake ecology, identification of medically significant snakes, snakebite prevention, scientifically accurate first-aid practices, and the importance of coexistence with snakes in both rural and urban landscapes.

Session Highlights:

  • Awareness on the ecological role of snakes and their importance in maintaining healthy ecosystems

  • Introduction to the medically significant snake species found in Karnataka

  • Guidance on preventing snakebite incidents at home, workplaces, and in agricultural settings

  • Demonstration and discussion on scientifically recommended snakebite first-aid measures

  • Addressing common myths, misconceptions, and superstitions associated with snakes

  • Promoting safe and responsible coexistence with snakes and other wildlife

  • Interactive question-and-answer session with students and faculty members

  • Donation of Snakes of Mysore books to the institution library as part of the Sarpamithra State Campaign

  • Distribution of snakebite awareness and conservation posters for display within the institution

Team Present:

  • Pavan Joshi – Founder & Conservationist, Adavi Alert Foundation

  • Raghuram

Sponsor: Anonymous

Participants: 165 Students, 6 Staff Members

Session Status: Completed

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Overview: On the occasion of World Environment Day 2026, Adavi Alert Foundation conducted a conservation awareness programme at Sancta Matha College of Nursing, Gundlupet. Given the college's proximity to the Bandipur Tiger Reserve and the Nilgiri Biosphere landscape, the session focused on the importance of biodiversity conservation, current environmental challenges, human-wildlife coexistence, and snakebite awareness.

Session Highlights:

  • Awareness on the ecological significance of biodiversity and the need for its conservation
  • Discussion on current threats to ecosystems, including habitat degradation and human-wildlife conflict
  • Elephant conservation awareness, highlighting the challenges faced by both wildlife and local communities
  • Session on snake ecology, snakebite prevention, and scientifically accurate first-aid practices
  • Addressing myths and misconceptions surrounding snakes and promoting responsible coexistence
  • Interactive discussions on the role of youth in environmental stewardship and conservation action
  • Donation of Snakes of Mysore books to the college library as part of the Sarpamithra State Campaign
  • Distribution of conservation and snakebite awareness posters for display within the institution

Team Present:

  • Pavan Joshi – Founder & Conservationist, Adavi Alert Foundation
  • Raghuram

Sponsor: Anonymous

Session Status: Completed