KSPCB and MRPL conduct beach cleaning drive at Surathkal

Mangalore Today News Network

Mangaluru, May 22, 2025: Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL), in collaboration with the Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB) – Mangaluru, organized a beach cleaning drive at Guddekopla Beach near Surathkal on May 20, 2025. The initiative was part of the World Environment Day 2025
celebrations and aligned with the Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) program for FY 2025–26.

MRPL beach cleaning drive

The event was inaugurated by Chief Guest Dr. Lakshmikanth H., Environmental Officer, KSPCB- Mangaluru. Special invitee Dr. Manju R., KSPCB-Mangaluru, along with prominent local community leaders Mr. Keshava Kundar and Mr. Sudheer Shriyan, also graced the occasion. Senior officials from MRPL including Mr. Suresh K. Rao, Group General Manager (HSE); Mr. M.S. Sudarsan, Chief General Manager (HSE); General Managers Mr. Prasanna Kumar T and Mr. Rajendra Acharya; employees of MRPL and KSPCB; and residents of Guddekopla actively participated in the event.

Despite intermittent rainfall, over 150 enthusiastic volunteers came together in this impactful initiative. The drive aimed to raise awareness about the detrimental effects of environmental pollution on marine life and coastal ecosystems, encourage reduction in plastic usage, promote responsible waste disposal, and inspire sustainable living practices among communities.

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