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Assam Launches Green Vision: 1 Crore Saplings Planted!
3 Jul
Summary
- Assam aims to plant one crore saplings between August 10-14.
- Nearly 10 lakh students will participate in the plantation drive.
- Indigenous fruit saplings will be distributed across Assam next year.
Assam's Forest Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah has unveiled a comprehensive 'Green Vision' for the state, emphasizing environmental protection through large-scale initiatives and public participation. The vision was launched from Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary during the 77th Van Mahotsav Week.
A significant component is the Amrit Brikshya Andolan, targeting the plantation of one crore saplings from August 10 to August 14. This student-led drive involves approximately 10 lakh students, each planting ten saplings. A support mechanism will ensure sapling survival, with job card holders assisting and financial incentives provided based on survival rates.
Further enhancing the green cover, the 'Phalbari' program, commencing next year, will distribute one crore indigenous fruit saplings across Assam. This initiative aims to promote traditional species, revive biodiversity, and strengthen nutritional security. Additionally, 'Janmadin Seuj Shopath' (Birthday Gardens) will encourage citizens to plant trees for birthday celebrations.
The 'Green Vision' also includes a Char-Chapori Greening Initiative to restore riverine areas using drones for seed ball dispersal. The government continues its crackdown on illegal sawmills to protect existing forests, demonstrating a commitment to a greener, more sustainable Assam.
