Shivamogga: World Environment Day was celebrated at the district Scout Bhavan on BH Road, Shivamogga on June 9.
Before the commencement of the programme, saplings were planted around the Scout Bhavan by the chief guests, Umesh Shastri and Shakuntala Chandra Shekar.
YR Veereshappa welcomed the gathering and guests after a song was sung by the children following the inaugural ceremony.
The Chief Guests also spoke on the occasion and the President of the programme, H D Ramesh addressed the gathering.
A vote of thanks was given by A V Rajesh and Bharathi Daya compered the programme.