What is the new mandate for sapling plantation in Gautam Budh Nagar?

Gautam Budh Nagar requires 100% geo-tagging and physical verification of all planted saplings.

Why is Gautam Budh Nagar focusing on sapling survival?

The administration is shifting focus from numerical targets to ensure real environmental impact and compliance.

What is the current air quality situation in Noida and Greater Noida?

Noida and Greater Noida are experiencing 'very poor' air quality, with AQI levels exceeding 370.

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Gautam Budh Nagar: 100% Sapling Geo-Tagging Now Mandatory

21 Jan

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Summary

All saplings must be geo-tagged and physically verified.
Focus shifts to sapling survival over mere numerical targets.
Noida and Greater Noida AQI reached 'very poor' levels.

Gautam Budh Nagar: 100% Sapling Geo-Tagging Now Mandatory

The Gautam Budh Nagar administration has implemented a mandatory requirement for 100% geo-tagging and physical verification of all saplings planted during recent drives. Departments are urged to submit updated reports on their progress.

Emphasis is now placed on the survival rate of saplings planted over the last two years, rather than just achieving numerical targets. This strategic shift aligns with a sharpened focus on environmental compliance, afforestation success, and river pollution control.

District officials highlighted that geo-tagging, verification, and survival monitoring are crucial for assessing the true impact of plantation campaigns. Protection, irrigation, and maintenance of saplings are considered a collective responsibility.