Constructed by Harita Keralam Mission

The green habitat concept of the Harita Keralam Mission and its model displayed at an exhibition under way in connection with the 1,000th day celebrations of the State Government at the Sabarimala transit yard here is proving to be huge draw.

The State-run agency, Harita Keralam Mission headed by former MP, T.N. Seema, has constructed the model green habitat with a mission to promote construction of houses with eco-friendly building materials, natural water storage, organic farming, solid and liquid waste management, etc.

The idea is to promote a sustainable architecture practice and design various buildings so as to utilize the natural sunlight and wind to the maximum and reduce usage of electricity to the minimum.

The concept also envisages rainwater harvesting as a key part of the green habitat. A fish pond, integrated vegetable cultivation, bee-keeping, rearing of poultry, solar-powered lamps, etc, also figure in the model green habitat arranged at the expo.

Haritam Keralam Mission resource person and expert in organic farming Joshi Joseph led the construction of Harita Bhavanam at the venue.

According to him, the concept will promote natural sources of energy to the maximum.

The Harita Keralam Mission has also been promoting vegetable cultivation in the residential courtyards and use of vegetable and earthworm compost as its manure.

The Information and Public Relations Department district unit is co-ordinating the expo.