CM Virbhadra to plant one crore saplings in a year in State
CM Virbhadra to plant one crore saplings in a year in State
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tyle="text-align: justify;">On Satuirday, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh said the state administration was taking steps to reserve forest and sustain environmental balance and a target of planting one crore saplings has been set for 2016-17.

After planting a Chinar sapling on the campus of Industrial Training Institute (ITI) near Summerhill as part of an event, Singh said a target of planting one crore saplings, including 35 herbal plants, has been fixed for 2016-17 and Rs 150 crore has been earmarked for the purpose.

He said, "It is our duty not only to preserve forests but also plant more trees and ensure their survival as forests are vital for maintaining ecological balance." He also stressed the need for protection of animals, birds and wildlife.

 

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