Ahmedabad Hits Massive 50 Lakh Tree Planting Milestone
The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation achieves its massive goal of planting 50 lakh trees under the ambitious Mission Five Million Trees initiative.
In a monumental achievement for urban forestry, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has successfully reached its ambitious target of planting 50 lakh trees under the Mission Five Million Trees initiative. This massive undertaking marks a significant step toward enhancing the green cover and environmental health of the city.
CM Bhupendra Patel Leads Plantation Drive
To celebrate this milestone, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel participated in a special tree plantation drive at Bhadaj as part of the Seva, Sankalp and Samarpan Abhiyan. The event saw participation from high-ranking officials, including Cabinet Minister Rushikesh Patel, Mayor Hitesh Barot, and several other dignitaries.
The Bhadaj Plantation Plot serves as a centerpiece for this effort. Out of the approximately 85,000 sqm available, over 1 lakh trees have already been planted across 66,600 sqm. This specific plot is designed to be ecologically diverse, featuring more than 38 different tree varieties and the inclusion of a dedicated Triphala Van.
The Evolution of Mission Million Trees
The journey to this 50-lakh milestone began in 2019, when the AMC first launched the "Mission Million Trees" campaign. What started as a million-tree goal has seen its targets scaled up by millions every single year. This year, following the vision set on World Environment Day, the corporation focused its energy on the "Mission Five Million Trees" target, which has now been successfully met.
The expansion of the city's green lungs is being executed through strategic placements, including:
- Major city roads and dividers
- Public spaces and gardens
- All available open spaces across Ahmedabad
Empowering Citizens via the AMC Seva App
The AMC is not just relying on municipal teams; it is actively inviting citizens to become part of the city's green transformation. Through the AMC Seva Mobile Application, new initiatives are being introduced to foster community involvement:
- Green Volunteers: Citizens can sign up to actively participate in environmental efforts.
- Memorial Parks: New concepts for public spaces are being promoted.
- Green Societies: A special drive is underway to transform residential complexes into eco-friendly "Green Societies."
In a move to encourage home-based and community plantation, the AMC has announced that citizens can register their interest through the Seva App. Once registered, municipal teams will visit these residential areas to carry out tree plantation activities free of cost, ensuring that the mission reaches every corner of the city.