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Time of India
4 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Shaurya and Sindoor forests to be established across divisions on I-Day
Lucknow: The Yogi govt, which planted 37.21 crore saplings in a single day on July 9, established many special forests this year as well. In the same sequence, Shaurya/Sindoor forests will be established on Independence Day, August 15, in every division of the state, in honour of the bravehearts who sacrificed everything for the security of the country. Sites for the forests have been selected in each division, with a minimum area of one hectare. Priority is given to the villages of martyrs, and there will be special participation from freedom fighters, brave warriors and family members of martyrs in the plantation programme. In Lucknow, the event will take place in Kukrail to plant Shaurya Van. DFO, Lucknow, Shitanshu Pandey, said that more than 125 plants of different species will be planted in Kukrail on the day under Shaurya Van. A Sindoor Vatika, with mainly Sindoor plants planted, will also be established. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Happy Independence Day wishes , messages , and quotes !
Time of India
05-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Sindoor Vatika launched to honour Indian armed forces
Indore: In a bid to conserve environment and pay tribute to the , Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC) on Thursday announced the development of 'Sindoor Vatika' on its lands. This initiative, coinciding with , marks the beginning of the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign and also dedicates a green space to Operation Sindoor as a gesture of respect for the Indian Armed Forces. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now During the launch of the campaign at Nehru Park, MP cabinet ministers Kailash Vijayvargiya and Tulsiram Silawat, along with Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargav, collectively planted saplings, affirming a commitment to plant 51 lakh trees this year. Vijayvargiya emphasised the intrinsic reverence for nature in Indian society. He stressed the importance of returning to nature what it provides, drawing inspiration from PM Narendra Modi's initiative to plant a Sindoor tree and his commitment to reforesting the entire Aravalli mountain ranges. Vijayvargiya lauded Indore's past achievement of planting over 12.4 lakh trees on Revati Range hill in a single day, which are currently thriving with IMC's support. He highlighted the critical need for extensive afforestation in and around Indore to reduce the city's temperature and restore its famed 'Shab-e-Malwa' (Evening of Malwa) charm. Silawat urged mayor to consider a synchronised plantation drive across Indore's approximately 1300 gardens Bhargav reaffirmed IMC's target of planting 15 lakh trees this year, pledging to achieve it through public participation. He said that this effort is not just about planting trees but ensuring clean air for future generations, aiming to make Indore number one in environmental cleanliness. He said that over 1100 shade and fruit-bearing trees were planted at Nehru Park's Sindoor Vatika and Mango Vatika. This initial planting will be followed by over 5000 more saplings in Nehru Park, which is being developed for recreation and sports, including renovation of its decades-old swimming pool for national-level swimmers.
