Forest deptt distributes
2 lakh saplings on Eid-ul-Fitr
Community involvement
crucial to protect, expand forests: Javed Rana
JAMMU, APRIL 01: With an aim to increase the green
cover in Jammu and Kashmir, the Forest department distributed around 2 lakh
saplings of various trees, free of cost,
among the public on Eid-ul-Fitr.
The saplings were distributed by the forest department
near the Eid Gahs and Mosques following the Eid Namaz, ensuring maximum
participation from the community.
Forest Minister, Javed Ahmed Rana, commended the
efforts of Forest Officers in distributing the saplings. He said that by
encouraging plantation on this holy occasion, “we aim to raise awareness about
the environmental sustainability and importance of afforestation.”
The initiative aimed to inspire the people to plant
trees as a part of their Eid celebrations, contributing to a greener and
healthier environment.
“It is a significant step towards greener Jammu and
Kashmir and community involvement is crucial to protect and expand our
forests,” he said.
Rana said that the initiative is part of our commitment
to enhancing green cover across the region.
The J&K Forest Department has urged the people to
take care of the distributed saplings and actively participate in future
greening projects.
The locals were sensitised about the importance of
tree plantation in combating climate change and enhancing urban greenery. This
initiative aligns with vision of Forest Department of promoting afforestation
and ecological balance.