Yogi Adityanath: 210 Crore Trees Planted Across Uttar Pradesh in 8 Years

Yogi Adityanath: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday said 210 crore trees were planted across the state in the last eight years, leading to a significant increase in forest cover despite rapid urbanisation and industrial growth.

Addressing the gathering, CM Yogi highlighted the state government's efforts toward environmental conservation and sustainable urban development.

"In the year 2017, we removed 16 lakh halogen lights from across the state and replaced them with LED street lights. You will be surprised that we did not spend a single penny," he said.

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Emphasizing the ban on plastic, he stated, "We also banned Single-use plastic."

"In the last eight years, 210 crore plantations have taken place in the entire state and also ensure their survival," Adityanath told the gathering.

The chief minister said nearly 70-75 per cent of the trees planted by state government have survived, while the survival rate of plantations done by private and voluntary organisations stands at 65-70 per cent.

"States across the country have undertaken tree plantation efforts, but Uttar Pradesh has made remarkable progress in increasing its forest cover during this period," he said.

Speaking about the significance of river conservation, he remarked, "If the rivers dry up, the lifeline will also dry up. Therefore, no one should be allowed to play with the rivers, nor should they be allowed to get polluted. We have to make efforts to save the rivers."

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Outlining the vision for sustainable urban growth, the Chief Minister said, "We have made a policy for all the 17 municipal corporations of Uttar Pradesh to develop as 'Solar Cities.'"

In his X post, he said, "Participated in the National Conference on National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) organised in Gorakhpur district today. There was a detailed discussion on the roadmap to make Gorakhpur a city free from burning garbage by the year 2027. We have to make the common people aware by connecting them with this campaign, this will give us better results. Hearty congratulations to the organizations and experts associated with this program and best wishes for Holi!"

The conference witnessed the participation of officials, environmental experts, and municipal representatives, discussing key strategies under the NCAP framework.

Uttar Pradesh's CM emphasised raising public awareness and involvement for better outcomes. He congratulated the organizations and experts involved and offered Holi greetings.

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