At the ‘Climate Panchayat‘ event in Khordha, Begunia MLA Pradeep Kumar Sahu called on mothers to take the lead in the ‘Reclaim Earth’ initiative by planting trees and raising awareness about climate change. He emphasized the critical role mothers can play in addressing global environmental challenges and urged each mother to plant at least five trees and educate others on the cause. Sahu also highlighted the need for ongoing care of planted trees to ensure their survival and contribute to a healthier environment.
Minister Calls for Commitment to Tree Protection
During the ‘Raksha Bandhan for Trees‘ event in Bhubaneswar, Minister Ganesh Ram Singkhuntia emphasized the ancient bond between humans and trees, urging lifelong commitment to protecting forests and trees for environmental balance. He highlighted the role of trees in combating pollution and safeguarding the state from natural calamities.
Collective Responsibility for Environmental Protection: Ashwini Patra
At the ‘Climate Panchayat‘ event in Jaleswar, local MLA and former minister Ashwini Patra emphasized the urgent need for collective responsibility in environmental protection. He highlighted the detrimental effects of unchecked deforestation, improper waste management, and declining groundwater levels in the region. Ashwini Patra urged for broader discussions at educational institutions and proposed the formation of climate committees at the panchayat level to address these pressing issues.
Nurturing a Tree for Every Newborn: A Unique Initiative
On the occasion of Rakhi Purnima, Bakul Foundation launched the “Tree for Every Newborn” campaign at Capital Hospital. The initiative, aimed at distributing 10,000 saplings to parents of newborns over the next year, symbolizes the enduring bond between nature and the next generation.
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