CM inaugurates Van Mahotsav, exhibition on eco-friendly products
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While promoting the campaign 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Gupta said,"This is not just a celebration of tree planting, but a reflection of our collective responsibility towards mother Earth. It is a pledge to gift future generations the gift of life and greenery."
As part of the Van Mahotsav celebrations, a special two-day exhibition has been organised, featuring over 100 stalls showcasing a wide variety of species and eco-friendly products. From handcrafted Bonsai, medicinal and ornamental plants, to plants known for improving air quality, the exhibition offers an immersive green experience for the public. Another key feature is the Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary stall, exhibiting the rich biodiversity of the Aravalli range.
"The exhibition is open to the public for two days where everyone can get a free sapling to plant in their mothers' name under the Ek Ped Maa ke Naam 2.0 campaign," said a statement from the Delhi govt.
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