Delhi Government's Mega Plantation Drive 2026

Delhi's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam - Delhi Mega Plantation Drive 2026'

Overview

• Objective: The Delhi government plans to plant 70 lakh saplings as part of the initiative titled 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam - Delhi Mega Plantation Drive 2026'.
• Launch Date: Scheduled for June 22, 2026.

Key Features

• Public Participation:

  • Citizens can participate through the 'e-Forest Green Drive Portal', providing their mobile number, name, and address for registration.
  • Upon planting a sapling and uploading a geo-tagged photo, participants receive a 'Paryavaran Rakshak' e-certificate signed by the Chief Minister.

• Distribution and Support:

  • Vriksh Raths: Mobile units will distribute free saplings to residential areas, schools, colleges, and religious institutions while offering on-site guidance.
  • Participants will also receive recognition through certificates, T-shirts, and caps.

Campaign Structure

1. Phase 1: Launch on June 22 will include the digital portal and an awareness campaign on social media.
2. Phase 2: Planned for the first week of July as the ‘Mega Ridge Plantation Campaign’ targeting ecological restoration in the Delhi Ridge area (locations include PBG Ground, Central Ridge, South Central Ridge, and Nanakpura Ridge).
3. Phase 3: Mid-July will feature the largest public participation event held at Swarn Jayanti Park in Rohini and 51 other locations, expecting participation from around 11,000 people.

Geographic and Administrative Scope

• The campaign will encompass all 70 Assembly constituencies and 13 districts within Delhi.

Notable Participation

• Home Minister Amit Shah is expected to partake in various phases of the campaign alongside other dignitaries.

Environmental Significance

• Every sapling planted will be recorded on Delhi's digital green map for citizens to track their contributions, fostering active engagement in environmental restoration.

Conclusion

This ambitious initiative aims not only to enhance greenery in Delhi but also to involve citizens actively in environmental conservation, leveraging technology for greater impact and awareness in ecological responsibilities.