Asare Beach Park at Kadike, near Malpe Beach in Udupi district
Udupi: The Anti-Pollution Drive Foundation (APDF), Plastic Fischer India Private Limited and Robosoft Technologies Private Limited are working together on a coastal stewardship initiative at Asare Beach Park in Kadike, about 3.5 km from Malpe Beach in Udupi. Supported by a CSR commitment of Rs 12 lakh from Robosoft Technologies for approximately one year, the initiative aims to improve public amenities and safety along the beach. Stay updated with the latest Mangaluru news.
Abdullah A Rehman said coastal protection requires more than occasional clean-up activities. It also promotes environmental awareness and responsible waste management. APD Foundation is the primary CSR implementation partner. It coordinates the programme and handles community and employee engagement. Plastic Fischer is the technical and operational partner, responsible for beach operations, waste recovery and downstream waste management. Robosoft Technologies supports the initiative through its CSR programme, stated a release. The improvements at Asare Beach Park include street lighting, CCTV surveillance, benches, picnic tables and garden lights, all of which have now been installed and are operational. Four bilingual information and awareness signs covering beach safety, cleanliness and responsible visitor conduct have also been fabricated and will be installed close to the park’s inauguration. These facilities are intended to make the beach safer and more visitor-friendly while encouraging responsible use of the coastal space. The initiative is being implemented through the coordination of Abdullah A Rehman, founder and CEO of APD Foundation; Chakri Hegde, company secretary, Robosoft Technologies, and Harish M Shenoy, managing director, Plastic Fischer. It calls for better public facilities, responsible waste management and awareness among people who use and live around the coast. The programme will continue in the coming months, with the participating organisations working towards improving the adopted coastal stretch and encouraging greater community involvement in its upkeep, he added. Download the TOI App.