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Lal Singh urges people to become ‘Green Ambassadors’ in protecting environment
KT NEWS SERVICE. Dated: 7/20/2017 11:23:37 PM
KATHUA, July 20: In continuation with the plantation drive, kick started by the Minister for Forests, Environment and Ecology, Ch Lal Singh as part of the 68th Van Mahotsav celebration across the state, today number of forest species including medicinal, ornamental and fruit saplings were planted at Rehan, Atal Setu, Zero Morh, Barmargala and Jated areas of Basohli.
While addressing the people, Ch Lal Singh said that he initiated the concept of making tree plantation a movement of the masses in celebration mode and it has become a popular celebration during each and every monsoon. When an individual plants a tree a bond is developed between them which inspires the person to take care of that plant, in this manner survival of the plant is ensured and objective of celebrating Van Mahotsav get realized, said the Minister. He added that these celebrations involve local people in plantation drives and spread environmental awareness.
The Minister urged the people to become ‘Green ambassadors’ and participate actively in plantation drives during the period of monsoon. He further urged the students to be the messengers of plantation to their peer groups, their parents and guardians and community at large. He added that goals of extensive plantation can be attained only with the active participation of people on a large scale. He also called upon the people to conserve natural water bodies as they are essential to maintain the fragile ecological balance besides catering to the need of water during harsh summer season.
To further improve the green gold in and around Basohli, Ch Lal Singh informed that Ecological Task Force (ETF) has been deployed from Basohli to Sheetal Nagar and will involve in afforestation and eco-restoration programs, combating environmental degradation in areas affected by green felling. The personnel of ETF also participated in today`s plantation drive at Basohli.