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Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Plant more saplings on a single day than U.P.'s population: UP CM
Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday launched the logo of 'Vriksharopan Maha Abhiyan 2025,' and announced an ambitious goal of planting more saplings on a single day than the total population of Uttar Pradesh. Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath. (HT file) He gave the direction during a high-level review meeting. The CM announced that a total 35 crore saplings will be planted during Van Mahotsav—an initiative that surpasses even the total population of Uttar Pradesh— from July 1 to 7. Describing it as a major environmental event, he urged that preparations begin immediately, emphasising the need to spread the message, 'Plant trees, save trees'. According to officials, the forest department will plant 12.60 crore saplings, while other departments will account for 22.40 crore saplings. Detailed department-wise targets have been set, with ongoing work on rural and urban microplans and nodal officers appointed across all departments to ensure coordination. The CM said, 'The campaign, themed 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam', represents a collective push to transition the state from heatwave to greenwave. Between 2017 and 2024, more than 204.92 crore saplings have been planted across the state. As per the Forest Survey of India, Dehradun, the state's green cover increased by 3 lakh acres between 2017 and 2023—a feat made possible through massive public participation.' To ensure supply, 52.43 crore saplings have been raised across 1,901 forest department nurseries, 146 horticulture department nurseries, 55 sericulture nurseries and 484 private nurseries. This diverse stock includes species suitable for industrial use, construction, fruit-bearing, fodder, and ornamental purposes. The CM directed that each department implement its action plan with utmost seriousness to guarantee the campaign's success. He stressed that large-scale plantation should take place in all schools covered under Project Alankar. Similarly, moringa and other shade-giving trees must be planted in all medical colleges and district hospitals, providing long-term benefits to patients and their families. He also called for dense plantations in all industrial units to enhance the green and healthy nature of the industrial environment. Additionally, priority planting of trees like neem, pakkad and peepal in all destitute cow shelters was emphasised. Yogi stressed that this year's campaign must place river revival at its core. Emphasising the positive impact of past conservation efforts, he said these gains must be built upon with renewed commitment. He instructed that extensive plantation drives be undertaken along both banks of rivers to improve water quality and enhance biodiversity. Where necessary, the channelisation of rivers should also be carried out. Additionally, all ponds within river catchment areas will be lined with plantations and simultaneously taken up for conservation and rejuvenation efforts. The CM encouraged the planting of fruit-bearing trees like mango, jamun and tamarind in public spaces to ensure both greenery and nutritional value with special emphasis on planting along expressways. Yogi directed that large-scale plantation be undertaken along the Gorakhpur Link, Purvanchal, Bundelkhand, Agra-Lucknow, and Ganga Expressways to create a vibrant green belt between service lanes and main roads. He stressed that while plantation is vital, equal attention must be given to the protection and nurturing of saplings. The CM directed that every planted sapling be geo-tagged and proper fencing arrangements ensured for their safety. Yogi said this initiative is not merely a government programme, but a step towards securing a better and healthier future for the people of Uttar Pradesh. 'When every household plants a sapling and every citizen commits to its care, Uttar Pradesh will not only remain the most populous state, but will also emerge as the greenest and most environmentally conscious state in the country,' he added.
Time of India
26-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
UCC, Project Alankar among 'Best Practices' showcased at PM meet
During a meeting of NDA chief ministers on Sunday, several state governments made a presentation on one of their best practices which could be emulated by other states. Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Dhami talked about the recently-implemented Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state and argued that it has not been as difficult as it seemed to be in the beginning. Project Alankar of the UP government also received wide appreciation. Project Alankar was started in 2021 with the aim of improving government school infrastructure. A list of 35 infrastructure facilities were prepared and the project aimed at achieving 100% compliance with the listed facilities across all government schools. During the presentation, UP CM Yogi Adityanath said the project increased school enrolments by 23% in the first year itself. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Lead Corporate Strategy | IIMK IIMK ASMP Apply Now Undo Bihar deputy CM Samrat Choudhary made a presentation on 'Jal Jeevan Hariyali', a mission launched to increase the ground water level and forestation in the state. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma made a presentation on his special drive to prevent child marriages in the state. Live Events
Indian Express
25-05-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
At NDA CMs' meet, Yogi shines a spotlight on Project Alankaar
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday highlighted the achievements of the Uttar Pradesh government's flagship Project Alankaar during the NDA Chief Ministers' conclave which was chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the national capital. Project Alankaar was launched to 'transform' the infrastructure and learning environment in government secondary schools across Uttar Pradesh. The meeting, which focused on sharing the best practices in governance, saw Project Alankar emerge as an example of effective educational reform, the state government said. Launched on October 1, 2021, the project seeks to achieve 100% compliance with 35 infrastructure and facility benchmarks in 2,441 government secondary schools across the state. Under the initiative, schools are equipped with essential and modern facilities such as newly constructed classrooms, science laboratories, libraries, computer laboratories, smart classrooms, clean drinking water, and hygienic toilets—creating a conducive and inclusive environment for learning. Funding for the Project Alankaar comes from various sources, including the state government, Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan, gram panchayats, urban local bodies, corporate social responsibility (CSR) contributions and voluntary donations. The implementation is monitored by district-level committees chaired by the District Magistrate and overseen by the Director of Education at the state level. The Annual Status of Education Report (ASER), 2024, reportedly stated that the project is encouraging children to attend and actively participate in learning. The government claims that enrollment in secondary schools increased by 23% between the sessions 2022-23 and 2024-25. Library usage in schools surged by 55.2% and access to girls' toilet facilities improved by 54.4%.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Project Alankar, which transformed UP schools, gets thumbs up in meeting chaired by PM Modi
Lucknow: UP's flagship programme, Project Alankar, which ensured the turnaround of govt-run schools and educational institutes in the state, received widespread appreciation from chief ministers of NDA-ruled states in a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Sunday. Several states approached the UP CM to understand the project closely and showed an inclination to replicate the model. Assistance was sought for the team of senior officials who are expected to visit the state to assess the situation on the ground. Project Alankar was launched to transform the infrastructure and learning environment in state-run secondary schools across UP. The meeting, focused on sharing best practices in governance, saw Project Alankar emerge as a standout example of effective educational reform. Launched on Oct 1, 2021, the project seeks to achieve 100% compliance with 35 infrastructure and facility benchmarks in 2,441 govt secondary schools across the state. Under this initiative, schools are equipped with essential and modern facilities such as newly constructed classrooms, science laboratories, libraries, computer labs, smart classrooms, clean drinking water, and hygienic toilets—creating a conducive and inclusive environment for learning. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum – No Wallet Needed! IC Markets Start Now Undo Funding for Project Alankar comes from various sources, including the state govt, Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan, Gram Panchayats, urban local bodies, company CSR contributions, and voluntary donations. The implementation is closely monitored by district-level committees chaired by the district magistrate and overseen by the education director at the state level. Significant improvement was also recorded in the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER) 2024, which stated, "Clearly, something is changing in the schools of Uttar Pradesh, which is encouraging children to attend and actively participate in learning." The report showed increased enrolment in govt secondary schools by 23% between 2022-23 and 2024-25. Attendance in primary schools, from classes 1–5, rose by 11.5% from 2010 to 2024, while that in upper primary schools, from classes 6 to 8, grew by 9.6% from 2018 to 2024 (the highest in the country). Further, the use of libraries in schools surged by 55.2%, and access to girls' toilet facilities improved by 54.4%. As part of Project Alankar, Chief Minister Model Schools (pre-primary to Class 12) and Chief Minister Abhyudaya Schools (pre-primary to Class 8) are also being developed. These schools have state-of-the-art facilities, including dedicated buildings for young children, STEM laboratories, computer labs, smart classrooms, playgrounds, mini stadiums, solar panels, and water conservation units. Each Abhyudaya School, designed to accommodate 450 students, was allocated Rs 1.42 crore for development, said a govt spokesperson. The scheme also includes constructing, renovating, and upgrading infrastructure in 11 Sanskrit schools located across 7 districts of UP. For the comprehensive rejuvenation of 141 Sanskrit schools, the Yogi govt sanctioned Rs 14.94 crore.
