Over 520 Million Trees Planted Nationwide under 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ (A Tree in Mother's Name) Campaign

Forests and Natural Carbon Sinks
September | 2024

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The 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign which translates to “A Tree in Mother's Name” campaign, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on World Environment Day (June 5, 2024), has led to the planting of over 520 million trees across India. The Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, announced this achievement on social media. The campaign encourages citizens to contribute to environmental conservation and sustainable development by planting trees in honour of their mothers.