04-07-2025
Plantation drive marks Van Mahotsav at Army War College
Mhow: The Army War College (AWC), Mhow organised a grand plantation drive on its campus to mark 'Van Mahotsav' on Friday.
Commandant, Lt General HS Sahi, along with other officers, veterans, their families and defence civilian employees took part in the drive.
An AWC press release stated that over 5000 fruit-bearing, medicinal, and ornamental saplings of native species, including neem, peepal, mango, pomegranate, guava, litchi, lemon, amla, amaltas, gulmohar, jacaranda, and hibiscus, were planted across the campus.
The initiative was part of a week-long festival dedicated to tree planting and environmental stewardship.
Addressing the gathering during the event, Lt Gen Sahi emphasised the critical role of afforestation in combating climate change and preserving biodiversity. He said "Trees are the lungs of our planet and as stewards of our environment, it is our duty to nurture and protect them. AWC not only gives strategic military training to the officers, but also fosters a sustainable and responsible community."
