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Bhubaneswar Blooms: City's Green Makeover Underway
22 Jun
Summary
- Bhubaneswar initiates a green makeover with beautification and landscaping projects.
- Smart Janpath will feature shade trees, including vibrant pink tabebuia rosea.
- 10,000 saplings to be planted along NH-16 to boost green cover.
Bhubaneswar is undergoing a significant green transformation with dual initiatives aimed at enhancing urban ecology and roadside beauty. Bhubaneswar Smart City Ltd (BSCL) has launched a beautification and landscaping project along the busy Smart Janpath, focusing on sustainability and visual appeal.
The project incorporates nature-based solutions, including the planting of shade-giving trees like the pink-blossomed tabebuia rosea, to combat urban heat. Ten public plazas are also being developed at key locations, intended for community events.
In parallel, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has initiated a large-scale plantation drive along the NH-16 corridor. This drive involves planting approximately 10,000 saplings to increase green cover and promote environmental sustainability along the highway.
These combined efforts by BSCL and NHAI are expected to improve Bhubaneswar's appearance, provide relief from heat and pollution, and contribute to a healthier urban environment.
