Dr. Saeed Ahmad Ali LAHORE, Aug 03 (APP): Around the world, countries, institutions, and organisations are launching green initiatives to combat climate change and promote sustainability. From national policies to grassroots projects, these efforts aim to reduce environmental impact and...

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The April 29, 2026 decision of the Maharashtra cabinet to establish the Green Maharashtra Mission and undertake the ambitious mission of planting 3 billion trees by 2047 marks a significant step toward ecological restoration and climate resilience. With the state aiming to increase its forest and tree cover to 33 per cent from the current 21.35 per cent in line with the National Forest Policy (1988), this initiative reflects strong intent and forward-looking governance. If implemented with scientific precision and long-term planning, it has the potential to transform landscapes, strengthen rural livelihoods, and contribute meaningfully to India’s climate commitments. Across India, large-scale plantation campaigns have generated impressive numbers and widespread participation. These efforts have played an important role in building awareness and collective action. However, the long-term success of such initiatives lies not merely in achieving plantation targets, but in ensuring that these saplings survive, grow into mature trees, and contribute to ecological stability. Trees are long-term ecological assets. Their benefits of carbon sequestration, microclimate regulation, soil enrichment, and biodiversity support accrue over decades. Therefore, the focus of plantation programmes must gradually evolve from “how many trees are planted” to “how many trees are sustained.” Emerging paradox: Losing mature trees...

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