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Hans India
06-06-2025
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Plant trees, protect nature: Collector
Puttaparthi: District Collector TS Chetan urged the public to 'Plant trees and protect nature' as part of World Environment Day celebrations held at Edula Konda, behind Prasanthi Nilayam in Puttaparthi. The event was organised by the District Forest Department and witnessed enthusiastic participation from the Collector, local MLA Sindhura Reddy, and other officials who planted saplings as part of the occasion. Speaking on the occasion, Collector TS Chetan emphasized that the Vanam Manam (Our Forest) initiative should not merely be seen as a government programme but embraced as a personal responsibility by every citizen. He called upon people and local voluntary organisations to actively participate in the greening efforts across the district. Highlighting the district's commitment to sustainability, the Collector announced that under the Vanam Manam initiative, the target is to plant four lakh saplings. He appealed to citizens to take responsibility for nurturing the saplings they plant—whether in their backyards or public spaces—until they fully grow. Stressing the urgency of environmental protection, he encouraged the use of eco-friendly and plastic-free alternatives, aiming to gift a pollution-free future to the next generations. MLA Sindhura Reddy reminded everyone that June 5 has been observed as World Environment Day since 1972. The MLA lauded Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu's visionary leadership in making environmental conservation a core government mission. She said such initiatives are being carried out across the state as part of his commitment to sustainable development. This collective action marks a significant step towards creating a greener and more sustainable Sri Sathya Sai district.
Hans India
01-06-2025
- General
- Hans India
Tirupati to take up mega plantation drive on June 5
Tirupati: To mark World Environment Day on June 5, a mega plantation drive aiming to plant five lakh saplings across the Tirupati district will be undertaken. District Collector Dr S Venkateswar instructed all concerned departments to coordinate effectively for the successful execution of the programme. In preparation for the event, the Collector held a Zoom conference with Forest Officer Vivek, DWMA PD Srinivasa Prasad, DPO Suseela Devi, and other officials. During the meeting, he underlined the importance of the event and gave several directions to ensure proper implementation. The Collector said this year's World Environment Day would be observed under the theme 'Solutions to Plastic Pollution – Our Land, Our Future', as part of the Mission Haritha Andhra Pradesh – Vanam Manam campaign. He directed officials to ensure that planting pits are dug in all mandals and municipal areas ahead of the plantation drive. Highlighting the crucial role of trees in protecting the environment, the Collector urged everyone to participate by planting saplings and ensuring their survival. He directed the Forest Department to prepare detailed plans for tree planting and other related activities, aligning with the set targets for the occasion. Further, he instructed that arrangements be made under the MGNREGS (Employment Guarantee Scheme) to plant saplings along government land, particularly on both sides of roads. Special focus should also be placed on promoting orchards. Municipal Commissioners and MPDOs were asked to ensure proper coordination for the success of the programme. Referring to the Chandragiri constituency, particularly Chinnagottigallu and Yerravaripalem mandals where elephant movement is frequent, cultivating lemon orchards, which are generally avoided by elephants, was suggested.
