Show you care, do your share – Miss Earth Guyana delegates

With a focus on raising awareness on environmental protection, finalists of Miss Earth Guyana sprang into action on Number 63 Beach to undertake a clean-up exercise. This activity was launched on Saturday, just before thousands of people descended on the renowned location for Easter Monday celebrations.

Platinum sponsor for Miss Earth Guyana, Nand Persaud Group of Companies, coordinated the clean-up effort, the Department of Public Information (DPI) reported. Marketing Executive within Nand Persaud Group of Companies, Cynthia Jagnandan, told the DPI that the beach clean-up exercise was undertaken due to the business’ genuine appreciation for a safe, clean environment.
“We hope that the delegates and other participants out here on the beach will, in the long term, value the environment in which they live, rather than just take part in this particular exercise,” Jagnandan noted.
In her advice to persons that are curious about protecting the environment, the marketing executive highlighted the importance of proper disposal of waste. “All of the information is available to us. Scientists write journals on these issues because the effects on the environment can be devastating. So, I urge people to read and play their role… All you need to do is take action,” she said.
Managing Director for Miss Earth Guyana, Dr Omesh Balmacoon noted that the exercise is an opportunity for the young women to develop a sense of pride in their environment.
On Easter Monday, the Miss Guyana delegates returned to Number 63 Beach, Berbice, for a meet-and-greet with those that flocked to the beach to partake in the festivities.