Assam Plants Over 1 Crore Saplings in a Historic Green Drive

Dispur, June 5, 2026 Assam marked World Environment Day with an extraordinary environmental achievement, planting more than one crore saplings across the state in a single day. The massive initiative highlighted the growing importance of collective action in protecting the environment while reinforcing the state's commitment to sustainable development, biodiversity conservation, and ecological balance. The plantation drive saw enthusiastic participation from communities, government departments, and self-help groups, transforming the occasion into a large-scale people’s movement. The campaign not only focused on increasing green cover but also aimed to inspire greater environmental awareness and responsibility among citizens. Speaking about the initiative, Assam Panchayat and Rural Development Minister Atul Bora said, “As part of the Assam government's commitment towards preserving ecological balance, a massive plantation drive has been planned involving over 35 lakh woman SHG members, aiming at 1 crore plantation across Assam on the occasion of World Environment Day on June 5.” The successful achievement of the target reflects the strength of community participation in environmental conservation. By bringing together millions of people for a common cause, Assam has set an inspiring example of how united efforts can help create a greener and more sustainable future.