In an initiative aligning with \u201cVocal for Local\u201d, \u201cSustainable Development Goals\u201d, and \u201cMake in India\u201d campaigns, the Corrosion and Electrochemistry Research Group (CERG) at Nagaland University, Lumami, has pioneered the creation of environmentally benign colors for the festival of Holi. In a press statement by NU PRO in-charge and Hindi officer Ashish Kumar, stated that the project led by Vice Chancellor Prof. Jagadish Kumar Patnaik and supervised by Prof. Ambrish Singh, aims to provide a safer alternative to traditional Holi colors, which often cause adverse health effects such as nausea, headache, itching, and skin irritation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Utilizing indigenous plant species abundant in Nagaland\u2019s rich natural flora, the Ph.D. research scholars of CERG, including Therola Sangtam, Limasenla Longkumer, Vetezo Venuh, Akhiu Y Yimchunger, and Vilabeilie Rutsa prepared colors from plant extracts, fruit extracts, flowers, rose water, starch, and cornflour. The innovative process involved multiple steps of extraction, mixing, drying, and filtering to ensure a safe and skin-friendly final product.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
PRO i\/c Ashish Kumar also informed that, the colors, derived from edible ingredients, are not only 100% safe for use but also eco-friendly, addressing concerns about environmental sustainability. Unlike commercial colors available in the market, these natural colors eliminate the risk of skin irritation and other health issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The project not only promotes sustainable practices but also holds significant socio-economic implications for Nagaland. With minimal training, villagers can engage in color production, generating employment opportunities and fostering rural entrepreneurship. Farmers can directly supply raw materials, fostering a symbiotic relationship between agriculture and industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Recent encouragement from dignitaries including Chancellor of Nagaland University, Samudra Gupta Kashyap, and Vice Chancellor of North Eastern Hill University (NEHU) Prof. P. S. Shukla, signifies the importance and potential of this initiative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The list of ingredients utilized in the production of these eco-friendly colors includes: Mustard leaf (Brassica juncea L.), Coriander (Coriandrum sativum), Spinach (Spinacia oleracea), Beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.), Mulberry (Morus spp.), Turmeric (Curcuma longa), Rose (Rosa Rubiginosa), Hibiscus (Hibiscus rosa sinensis), Carrot, Rhododendron Arboreum.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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