Delhi Ridge to receive 1 crore saplings and legal protection for rejuvenation
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched two green initiatives in Delhi: the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign to plant 70 lakh saplings with residents, and a plan to plant over 1 crore saplings across 6,300 hectares of the Ridge. The Ridge will be developed into a forest area over four years, replacing invasive trees with native species like peepal, banyan, neem, and jamun. The initiative also includes developing 70 ponds and preserving archaeological structures. CM Rekha Gupta noted that 5,000 hectares of the Ridge have already been notified as reserved forests, aiming to revive its biodiversity and environment.
Key Points
- Delhi's Ridge will undergo a major rejuvenation project involving planting over 1 crore saplings and receiving legal protection.
- The initiative aims to transform the Ridge into a forest area by replacing invasive trees with native species and developing water bodies.
- The project is a collaborative effort between the Union and Delhi governments to enhance the city's green cover and biodiversity.
- Concerns were raised by the Delhi Congress regarding the government's commitment to protecting trees, citing recent permissions for transplanting and felling trees for other projects.
Exam Facts
- Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the initiatives.
- The project aims to plant over 1 crore saplings across 6,300 hectares of the Ridge.
- 5,000 hectares of the Ridge have been notified as reserved forests.
- Delhi Congress chief Devender Yadav questioned the government's tree protection commitment.
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