CM Yogi plants sapling as part of plantation campaign

LUCKNOW: Chief minister Yogi Adityanath voiced strong support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's innovative call to plant 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ across the country, aimed at combating challenges like global warming. During a media interaction at his official residence, where he planted a tree as part of the campaign, CM expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the Prime Minister and congratulated him for initiating the campaign, which seeks to involve citizens in environmental conservation.
The CM appealed to everyone in the state to be a part of the 'Vriksharopan Mahabhiyan' and plant a tree in their mother's name on July 20. The government has raised 54 crore plants in the state's nurseries, which include various environmentally beneficial plants like Peepal, Pakar, Neem, Desi Mango, Jamun, Guava, Shisham, and Teak.
He said that moringa plants are being provided for free to the beneficiaries of the PM Awas Yojana. "Moringa is highly beneficial for everyone. Consuming its pods or soup can help fight malnutrition. Two years ago, we planted a moringa tree at each beneficiary's home under the PM Awas Yojana. These trees have now grown significantly. This time, we are expanding the campaign and have obtained approximately 5.5 million moringa plants," he added.
The campaign will involve doing plantations in village panchayats, municipal bodies, parks, alongside roads, and in vacant spaces.
CM Yogi said that under this mega campaign, 30-35 crores saplings will be planted. The program has already begun, and on July 20, everyone will participate in the grand festival of tree planting by setting a record. Regular programs will be held to ensure the care of these plants. He urged that those who plant a tree should also ensure its protection.