23/09/2026
The P.G. Department of Botany, Mahatma Gandhi Government Arts College, Mahe, successfully conducted the Inauguration of the Botany Association along with a Special Lecture on 23 September 2026.
The programme featured an engaging special lecture by Dr. Ratheesh Narayanan M. K., Associate Professor, P.G. Department of Botany, Payyanur College, Kerala, on the topic:
“From Coast to High Ranges: Ecosystem Heterogeneity and Floristic Endemism in Kerala.”
The lecture provided an insightful exploration of Kerala’s diverse ecosystems, with particular emphasis on ecological heterogeneity, floristic diversity, and endemic plant species across the state’s varied landscapes.
The event provided an enriching academic platform for students to engage with contemporary themes in plant science, ecology, biodiversity, and conservation.
The Department of Botany extends its sincere gratitude to Dr. Ratheesh Narayanan M. K. for his valuable academic contribution and to all faculty members and students for their active participation and support.
