Port Blair, Aug 25: World Ozone Day is celebrated every year on 16th September commemorating the date on which Montreal Protocol on Substances that deplete the Ozone Layer was signed in 1987. The day is observed with the objective of creating awareness regarding importance of Ozone Layer and India’s commitment to the Montreal Protocol to phase out Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS).

As part of the celebration, the Department of Science & Technology, A & N Administration is organizing a Poster Making Competition (size of 56cm x 35 cm (half chart paper)) for school (Senior Secondary Level) and college students on the theme ‘Save Ozone Layer’ on virtual mode.

Students may post the posters in WhatsApp number 9474213985 latest by 14th September, 2023. Only one entry per student will be considered for the competition. The participants may write their name, class/course, school/college and contact numbers at the right side bottom of the poster. Winners will be awarded with certificate and prizes during the valedictory function to held on Sept.16, 2023.