Agartala, Jul 05, 2024, TRIPURA TIMES Desk

Agartala, July 05: Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Ek Ped (Tree), Maa Ke Naam" campaign, Tripura Chief Minister Dr. Manik Saha participated in the Forest Department's statewide initiative to plant 5,00,000 saplings in just 5 minutes on Friday.

As part of this initiative, the Chief Minister attended the main event held in Taranagar, Mohanpur, where he distributed saplings among the local residents. 

The program generated immense enthusiasm among the people, highlighting their strong support for the initiative.

Minister for Agriculture and local MLA Ratanlal Nath, Forest minister Animesh Debbarma and other local representatives and officials were present in the event.

Meanwhile, the Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' Campaign on the occasion of World Environment Day. 

He also urged all to contribute in making our planet better and informed that in the last decade, India has undertaken numerous collective efforts which have led to increased forest cover across the nation.