Kakching: ‘Save Energy’ Day was observed across various government departments and institutions in Kakching district as part of the BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week, being held from November 1 to 7, 2026.
As part of the initiative, a one-hour ‘Switch-Off Hour’ was observed from 1 pm to 2 pm, during which all non-essential lights, fans, air-conditioners, heaters and computers were switched off to promote energy conservation.
An awareness campaign was also conducted among the public, highlighting practical measures to reduce household energy consumption. The campaign encouraged people to switch off lights, fans and electrical appliances when not in use, disconnect appliances at the plug rather than leaving them on standby, use LED bulbs and Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) star-rated appliances, and operate room heaters and geysers only when necessary.
People were also advised to maintain air-conditioner temperatures at 24°C or above and maximise the use of natural daylight to minimise electricity consumption.
The initiative was observed under the supervision of MSPDCL Kakching, with participation from Government ITI Kakching, PWD Kakching Division, Kakching Municipal Council and Kakching Khunou Municipal Council, among others.
Meanwhile, the Zonal Education Office (ZEO), Kakching, organised awareness activities at various educational institutions across the district, including Grace Cottage Cultural and Educational Development Foundation, Sekmaijin Primary School, Kakching Khunou High School, Sora High School, PR School among others, to sensitise students on energy conservation and environmentally responsible practices.
BRICS Sustainable Lifestyle Week (BSLW) 2026, being observed from 1st to 7th November 2026, aims to promote environmentally responsible and sustainable lifestyles through public outreach, citizen engagement and action-oriented initiatives.
Building on the principles of Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment), the initiative encourages individuals, communities and youth to adopt sustainable practices in their everyday lives. The Week focuses on seven key themes: adopting healthy lifestyles, saving energy, conserving water, adopting sustainable food systems, avoiding single-use plastics, reducing e-waste and minimising waste. (DIO)
