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NDTV
a day ago
- Politics
- NDTV
Maharashtra To Plant 10 Crore Trees For A Greener, Sustainable Future
Mumbai: The Maharashtra government has set a target of planting 10 crore trees this year to create a greener and sustainable future for the state, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said. Tree plantation should become a people's movement, the Chief Minister said after chairing a review meeting for the 'Green Maharashtra, Prosperous Maharashtra' tree plantation campaign on the eve of the World Environment Day on Wednesday. "We've set a target of planting 10 crore trees this year, and will aim for the same next year too, because this is not just about numbers, it's about creating a greener, sustainable future for our state," Fadnavis said in a statement after the meeting. He said under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative, Maharashtra has consistently led the way by "planting 33 crore and 50 crore trees" in recent years. "We are confident that we'll surpass this year's target as well," the chief minister said. Tree plantation must become a people's movement, he said. "I've urged all departments, local bodies, and social organisations to join hands. The saplings must be 1.5 to 3 years old, and we must ensure their survival and long-term care," Fadnavis said. "We're leveraging AI, remote sensing and satellite monitoring for real-time tracking and transparency. Directed for optimal use of CAMPA (Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority) funds to ensure the impact on ground," he said. The forest department will take the lead on plantations along highways and pilgrimage routes, the Chief Minister said. "In view of the upcoming industrial growth, we plan to plant one crore trees in Gadchiroli and intensify efforts in Beed, Latur and Jyotiba hills where the tree cover needs urgent attention," he said.
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Business Standard
a day ago
- Politics
- Business Standard
Maharashtra aims to plant 100 mn trees for greener future: Fadnavis
The Maharashtra government has set a target of planting 10 crore trees this year to create a greener and sustainable future for the state, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has said. Tree plantation should become a people's movement, the CM said after chairing a review meeting for the 'Green Maharashtra, Prosperous Maharashtra' tree plantation campaign on the eve of the World Environment Day on Wednesday. "We've set a target of planting 10 crore trees this year, and will aim for the same next year too, because this is not just about numbers, it's about creating a greener, sustainable future for our state," Fadnavis said in a statement after the meeting. He said under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative, Maharashtra has consistently led the way by "planting 33 crore and 50 crore trees" in recent years. "We are confident that we'll surpass this year's target as well," the chief minister said. Tree plantation must become a people's movement, he said. "I've urged all departments, local bodies, and social organisations to join hands. The saplings must be 1.5 to 3 years old, and we must ensure their survival and long-term care," Fadnavis said. "We're leveraging AI, remote sensing and satellite monitoring for real-time tracking and transparency. Directed for optimal use of CAMPA (Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority) funds to ensure the impact on ground," he said. The forest department will take the lead on plantations along highways and pilgrimage routes, the CM said. "In view of the upcoming industrial growth, we plan to plant one crore trees in Gadchiroli and intensify efforts in Beed, Latur and Jyotiba hills where the tree cover needs urgent attention," he said.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- General
- Indian Express
Maharashtra CM Fadnavis sets target of planting 10 crore trees this year
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday said that 10 crore trees will be planted this year under the 'Green Maharashtra, Prosperous Maharashtra' campaign to increase the forest cover in the state. A target for planting another 10 crore trees has been set for next year as well. Fadnavis on Wednesday held a meeting regarding the same emphasising that the campaign will succeed only if tree plantation becomes a public movement and everyone must work together for the same. 'Maharashtra is leading in increasing forest cover in the country. Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's initiative 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam', Maharashtra has performed well. To achieve the goal of 33% forest cover, the campaign must continue for the next 20 years in a mission mode. In the past 8 years, Maharashtra has planted a large number of trees, successfully meeting earlier targets of 33 crore and 50 crore saplings. Hence, this year's target is achievable,' he said. Fadnavis suggested planting saplings that are at least 1.5 to 3 years old to ensure survival and growth adding that the efforts should be made to increase the survival rate using modern technologies like Artificial Intelligence, tools like remote sensing and satellite imagery to ensure transparency. Departments have been asked to allocate land and ensure quality saplings for the campaign. Local governing bodies and zilla parishads have been asked to actively participate by involving social organisations. He directed that tree species should be planted based on regional conditions and full use of funds available under CAMPA (Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority) should be made for this work. The responsibility for planting trees along national and state highways, as well as the palkhi routes, will now be given to the forest department. Also, with growing industrial development in Gadchiroli district, plans are being made to plant one crore trees there by next year. Additionally, largescale plantation will be undertaken on Jotiba hill. In Marathwada, especially in districts like Beed and Latur, where tree cover is very low, the forest department has been instructed to run special campaigns. The CM also mentioned that the Bamboo Mission should be treated as a mission for all departments and everyone must contribute. Deputy CM Ajit Pawar stated that while planting trees along highways, potential future road expansions must be considered and priority should be given. Forest Minister Ganesh Naik assured that the forest department will plant trees along highways. Full use of CAMPA funds will be made, and the 10-crore tree plantation campaign will be implemented successfully.
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Business Standard
3 days ago
- Health
- Business Standard
Aravalli Green Wall Project: India's theme for this World Environment Day
Aiming to fight climate change, India will promote the Aravalli Green Wall project this World Environment Day to encourage tree plantation, combat land degradation and desertification, and create green corridors. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will officially inaugurate the project on June 5. Last year's theme, 'Ek Ped Maa ke Naam', continues this year. The Aravalli Green Wall Project seeks to revive the Aravalli range through various initiatives such as banning single-use plastics, promoting water conservation, and protecting natural resources. It also aims to combat land degradation and desertification by creating green corridors across 29 districts in four states: Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Delhi. The Aravalli hills landscape spans over 6 million hectares. At the 16th Conference of Parties (COP16) of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) held in Riyadh, India introduced the Aravalli Green Wall Project, which was launched in 2019. In March, the Environment Ministry released the project's action plan. The project involves planting native species of trees and shrubs on scrublands, wastelands, and degraded forest lands. It also focuses on rejuvenating and restoring surface water bodies such as ponds, lakes, and streams. Additionally, it emphasizes agroforestry and pasture development to enhance the livelihoods of local communities. Through this initiative, India aims to achieve its national goal of creating an additional 2.5 billion tonnes of carbon sink by 2030, as committed in its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) under the Paris Agreement of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). Under the project, 1,000 nurseries will be established across the 29 districts, with funding from CAMPA, MNREGA, and other state green initiatives to ensure the survival of planted saplings. The green wall will contribute to carbon sequestration and help mitigate climate change, while enhancing biodiversity and ecosystem services in the Aravalli range. Planting native tree species will provide wildlife habitat and improve water quality and quantity, contributing to reduced air pollution in India. There will also be socio-economic benefits, according to an official from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC). The project will be executed by various stakeholders, including central and state governments, forest departments, research institutes, civil society organizations, private sector entities, and local communities. Success will require adequate funding, technical expertise, policy coordination, and public awareness.
NDTV
3 days ago
- General
- NDTV
PM Modi To Launch 'Aravalli Green Wall' To Revive India's Oldest Mountain Range
New Delhi: On World Environment Day this year, the Union government is set to relaunch the Aravalli Green Wall Project. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the renewed initiative on June 5 from South Delhi, one of the 29 districts in four states where the scheme will be executed, as per sources in the Ministry. This corridor will cover the 29 districts in the Aravalli range, including those in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Delhi. On June 5, Chief Ministers from the Aravalli range states will also join in the launch of green corridor project, with Delhi Chief minister Rekha Gupta accompanying the Prime Minister in Delhi, Haryana Chief minister Nayab Singh Saini from Dadri, Gujarat Chief minister Bhupendra Patel from Kheda and Rajasthan Chief minister Bhajan Lal Sharma from Ramgarh. Stretching across 700 kilometres, the Aravalli range has faced severe environmental degradation in recent decades. The new push aims to create a continuous green belt from Delhi to Gujarat, "acting as a natural barrier against desertification and aiding in groundwater recharge across the Indo-Gangetic plains," said an official. The action plan laid out by the government focuses on restoring degraded forest lands, improving water retention through soil and moisture conservation, and encouraging the planting of indigenous species. One thousand permanent nurseries will be set up to revive India's oldest mountain range. Advanced tools like satellite mapping and remote sensing will be used to monitor progress and ensure transparency. The budget and funding for the project will be through the already existing and functioning schemes of MNREGA, CAMPA and Green India Mission. The original phase of the Aravalli Green Wall was launched in March 2023, covering a 5-kilometre buffer zone around the range. The upcoming phase broadens the scope significantly, incorporating new initiatives and partnerships with local communities. Divisional forest officers to ensure that local bodies, NGOs, and panchayats are roped in to take up eco-restoration of Aravalli,and implementation of the Green Credit Programme for eco-restoration work in the Aravalli landscape. The range is home to 22 wildlife sanctuaries and four tiger reserves- Ranthambore, Sariska, Ramgarh-Vishdhari, and Mukunda Hills. It also houses the bird sanctuary, Keoladeo National Park and nearly 50 historic forts that date back centuries. Of the 1.25 lakh hectares within the Aravalli landscape, approximately 42,000 hectares are designated reserve forests. The terrain varies from rolling ridges to steep hillocks, with the highest elevation being Guru Shikhar in Mount Abu, Rajasthan, which stands at 1,732 metres above sea level. Several rivers, including the Chambal and Luni, originate in these hills, which are also rich in minerals and diverse flora and fauna. Further, developing Aravalli landscapes and biodiversity for safari, nature parks and trekking, removal of invasive species and re-plantation with native species and bamboo, roping in Eco-clubs and Eco-Task Force in raising plantations and awareness, linking Amrit Sarovars and waterbodies in Aravali restoration programme, creating a research and monitoring vertical under the NIRANTAR institutions, such as BSI and ZSI in taxonomy and organising annual workshops, could also prove to be effective measures in this direction. After the success of the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign, achieving the target of planting 80 crore saplings last year, the Prime Minister will also relaunch the campaign on June 5. It encourages people to plant a tree as a symbol of love, respect, and honour for their mothers, while also pledging to protect trees and the Earth. The initiative aims to combat land degradation and restore degraded land areas.
