Early Times Report
JAMMU, July 14: The Synergetic Green Warriors Foundation has launched a powerful nationwide environmental movement titled "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam", transforming tree plantation into a deeply emotional and community-rooted act. The initiative has rapidly gained momentum across the country, encouraging citizens to dedicate trees to their mothers - turning every sapling into a living tribute of gratitude, love, and ecological responsibility.
A series of highly impactful plantation drives were recently conducted across various locations in Jammu, including Janipur Green Belt Park and Badyalachak, drawing enthusiastic participation from local residents, volunteers, and environmental leaders. At the Janipur site, the plantation was spearheaded by Ms. Manu Kotwal, Director / HOD, Women and Family Support Cases, in collaboration with committed volunteers Ms. Radhu and Ms. Rajni. The event witnessed active involvement from morning and evening walkers, families, and students.
In her address, Ms. Kotwal highlighted the significance of nurturing both the environment and human values: "This campaign is about more than trees; it is about gratitude. Every sapling planted in a mother's name becomes a symbol of devotion, sacrifice, and nurturing - values that define both motherhood and nature."
At Janipur, the plantation featured culturally and ecologically significant species such as Rudraksh (Elaeocarpus ganitrus) and Parijaat / Harsingar (Nyctanthes arbor-tristis). These plants were chosen not only for their medicinal and spiritual value but also for their capacity to enhance biodiversity and purify the air.
Simultaneously, a parallel drive was conducted at Badyalachak, coordinated by environmental advocate Mr. Goldy Salgotra, where a variety of fruit-bearing trees including Mango (Mangifera indica), Guava (Psidium guajava), Indian Gooseberry or Amla (Phyllanthus emblica), and Summer apple (Malus domestica) were planted. These species were selected to offer long-term ecological and nutritional benefits to the community. The plantation drives were presided over by Dr. Sonia Verma, Director/CEO of the Foundation, and Ms. Reeta Verma, National President, whose leadership has been instrumental in scaling the initiative across districts and now across the country. |
