6k seed balls to be distributed at airport today
New Delhi: To mark
World Environment Day
, authorities at the Delhi airport will distribute over 6,000 seed balls to flyers on Thursday at Terminal 1's Arrival area. Delhi International Airport Limited, the airport operator, said that the move was aimed at promoting biodiversity, increasing green cover and supporting carbon sequestration among flyers.
Seed balls are an effective and low-cost method of planting trees. Made by embedding seeds in a mixture of clay and compost, they can be scattered on soil with minimal care, and the seeds germinate later. "The seed balls include a carefully curated mix of fruit-bearing and environmentally beneficial tree species—lemon, tamarind and gooseberry, along with neem and peepal. These species were selected for their ecological value, medicinal properties and ability to thrive in varied climatic conditions," said DIAL.
The seed balls are being prepared by local communities, providing them with a sustainable source of livelihood. "The fruit-bearing trees, which will grow out of the seed balls thrown by flyers, will contribute to sustainable livelihood opportunities for local communities," said DIAL.
CEO-DIAL Videh Kumar Jaipuriar said that through their unique seed ball distribution campaign, they were inviting passengers to actively participate in reforestation and ecological preservation. "Each seed ball will not only help restore green cover but will also support rural livelihoods. This initiative reflects our deep commitment to environmental stewardship and social impact," he added.
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