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‘Kuppai Thiruvizha’ Exhibition Showcases Eco-Friendly and Reusable Products in Chennai

On July 22, 2025, Chennai hosted the annual ‘Kuppai Thiruvizha’ exhibition at Justice Basheer Ahmed Sayeed College for Women, spotlighting sustainable products made from reusable and eco-friendly materials. Organized by the Citizen consumer and civic Action Group (CAG) as part of their Climate Action Month campaign, the event aimed to raise awareness about environmental issues and promote climate-conscious living.

Highlights of the Exhibition

• Diverse Eco-Friendly Products: The exhibition featured 24 stalls offering innovative products such as utility kits crafted from tailor’s cloth scraps, jewellery made from palm leaves, reusable straws, and fresh farm produce.
• Addressing Fabric Waste: The event emphasized the environmental impact of fabric waste, particularly highlighting the challenges posed by the fast fashion industry’s culture of disposability.
• Engagement and Education: Students actively engaged with the stalls, gaining firsthand exposure to sustainable alternatives and eco-friendly craftsmanship.

Key Voices at the Event

• The exhibition was inaugurated by Amathul Azeez (Principal), A. Samsunisa (Coordinator, Consumer Rights Association), S. Saroja (Executive Director, CAG), and Geo Damin (Poovulagin Nanbargal).
• Geo Damin stressed the pressing threat of single-use plastics, pointing out that the major problem lies in industrial-scale use of non-recyclable sachets for consumer products, not just everyday plastic bags.
• He also critiqued “greenwashing” solutions like plastic roads and bioplastics, explaining they exacerbate microplastic pollution rather than resolving it.

Importance and Impact

‘Kuppai Thiruvizha’ serves as an impactful platform for promoting sustainable consumer habits in Chennai and beyond. By showcasing practical, eco-conscious alternatives, the event supports broader climate action goals aimed at reducing waste, limiting plastic pollution, and encouraging responsible consumption.

For advocates, consumers, and businesses alike, such initiatives underscore the vital connection between everyday products and environmental stewardship in combatting climate change.

Source: The Hindu, July 22, 2025.

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