Boleng, Apr 27: More than 330 students across Boleng were educated on river conservation and sustainable infrastructure through an interactive school exhibition held over three days in the township.
The initiative aimed at simplifying complex aspects of regional development, particularly focusing on the Siang Upper Multipurpose Project (SUMP), and promoting informed understanding among young learners.
The awareness drive which began on April 20 at Government Upper Primary School in Rengo, expanded to PM SHRI Secondary School on April 21 and concluded at the Government Higher Secondary School on April 22, witnessing enthusiastic participation from students at all levels.
Moving beyond conventional classroom teaching, the programme featured a 12-zone visual walkthrough where educators explained the journey of the Siang River and key concepts such as flood control, clean energy generation, and sustainable development in an engaging and accessible manner.
A defining element of the campaign was the distribution of an anime-style FAQ comic designed to address local misconceptions and present factual information about infrastructure projects in a relatable format for students.
School authorities lauded the initiative, noting that the interactive and visual approach encouraged curiosity and helped students better understand developmental issues affecting their region.
The programme was successfully conducted with active support from school heads and teaching staff, creating an open platform for dialogue and strengthening awareness among the student community in Boleng.