Bengaluru, June 04, 2026: The International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIIT-B) celebrated World Environment Day with a tree plantation drive at its extended campus on Hosa Road. This event witnessed participation from students, faculty and staff members, reinforcing the institute’s long-standing commitment to ecological conservation.

Aligned to this year’s theme “Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future.”, the initiative highlighted the significance of collective action in addressing climate challenges and building resilient communities for upcoming generations. The institute recognizes the need to create a greener and more sustainable future through initiatives such as tree plantation drives, maintaining green spaces, and promoting eco-friendly practices across the campus. The green initiatives of IIIT-B are measurable, such as solar generation, wastewater recycling, segregation systems, biodiversity metrics, which gives the institute’s effort more credibility and seriousness.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Debabrata Das, Director, IIIT-Bangalore said, “Every year we plant trees and put efforts into making our campus greener. More than planting trees, we focus on how they can be sustained in this era of rising temperatures. Every student must take responsibility for the plant they have planted. When we lose a plant, it feels like losing a member of the family.”

Over the years, IIIT-B has consistently worked towards maintaining a green and sustainable campus and has received several recognitions for its environmental initiatives. The institute was honoured with the International Green University Award in 2023, 2024, and 2025 at the NYC Green School Conferences held in New York, USA. IIIT-B also received Electronics City Industrial Township Authority (ELCITA) Gold Award in Sustainability along with awards for Biodiversity Management and Social Welfare & Community Service. ELCITA, adjudged IIIT-Bangalore with Platinum Ranking in a greening competition for campuses in the city. The International Institute of Waste Management (IIWM) also rated the IIIT-Bangalore campus with a Green Rating for the year 2021-22.

As a premier educational institution, IIIT-B not only focuses on academic excellence and technological innovation but also encourages students to understand their role in protecting the environment. Through various green initiatives and awareness activities, the institute inspires students to contribute towards building a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable society.

The award was presented by Shri Anil Razdan, Former Secretary (Power) along with other dignitaries and received on behalf of IREDA by Mrs. Mala Ghosh Choudhury, General Manager (HR); Ms. Durre Shahwar, General Manager (HR); and Mrs. Punnu Grover, Chief Compliance Officer, along with other women officers.

Congratulating on the achievement, Shri Pradip Kumar Das, Chairman and Managing Director, IREDA, said, “This recognition reflects IREDA’s sustained efforts to build a supportive and inclusive workplace, where women professionals are encouraged to grow and contribute meaningfully to India’s clean energy journey. With around 23% women employees, among the highest in CPSEs, IREDA firmly believes that empowering women is essential for building a strong and future-ready clean energy ecosystem.”

CMD, IREDA expressed his gratitude to the Hon’ble Union Minister for New & Renewable Energy; Hon’ble Minister of State for New & Renewable Energy; Secretary, MNRE; Board of Directors; and all stakeholders for their continued guidance and support.