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 to combat challenges like global warming. During a media interaction at his official residence, where he planted a tree as part of the campaign, the chief minister expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the prime minister on behalf of the state’s residents.
He also congratulated the prime minister for initiating this meaningful campaign, which seeks to involve every citizen in environmental conservation efforts.
Chief Minister Yogi has appealed to everyone in the state to be part of the ‘Vriksharopan Mahabhiyan’ and plant a tree in their mother’s name on July 20. He pointed out that the state government has prepared 54 crore plants in the state’s nurseries for this purpose. These include various environmentally beneficial plants like Peepal, Pakar, Neem, desi mango, jamun, guava, shisham, and teak.
Chief Minister Yogi mentioned 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 remarked.
The chief minister further said that various types of saplings would be planted across the state during the campaign. This extensive campaign will involve carrying out plantations in village panchayat, municipal bodies, parks, alongside roads, and in vacant spaces.
He expressed confidence that the residents of the state will come forward to tackle environmental challenges by participating in the Vriksharopan Mahabhiyan and the Van Mahotsav.
Chief Minister Yogi stated that under this mega campaign, 30-35 crore saplings will be planted. The programme has already begun, and on July 20, everyone will participate in the grand festival of tree planting by setting a record. Regular programmes will be held to ensure the care of these plants.
He urged that those who plant a tree should also ensure its protection.