The objective of the study was to investigate the awareness towards COVID 19 among the student community of Kashmir valley. An online questionnaire was circulated among 110 students who are studying in Govt Degree Colleges of Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Only those students were selected who are studying environmental Science as one of their graduation subjects. The study indicated that students are aware about different modes of transmission and control strategies. However, Intervention is needed at various stages to prevent its transmission. Further, a large number of students were impacted economically and educationally due to COVID as well. Social distancing, follow medical advice, stay home as far as possible are considered best strategies to prevent the spread of COVID 19 till vaccines will be available in the market.

COVID 19, Awareness, Students, Prevention, Impact.

Given a modest understanding among the students of Environmental Science, their behaviour and practice were stronger towards the participation. Hence, to plan for disease and pandemic conditions, understanding among the students needs to be strengthened. To increase understanding and gain adequate information, it is necessary to have a robust health education programme during this type of pandemic among the graduate students. This study was limited in approach as the sample size was less and this type of studies may be directed for other streams/professions to generate a broader view of awareness towards COVID-19 by incorporating more questions.

Wani, K. A., Md. Khursheed, Jamila, I. and Manzoor, J. (2020). Awareness Towards COVID-19 among undergraduate Environmental Students of Kashmir Valley: A Case Study. Biological Forum – An International Journal, 12(2): 74-78.