TANAGAR : Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Saturday urged people of the state to make tree plantation a lifelong mission rather than a symbolic annual exercise, asserting that environmental conservation and development must progress together for a sustainable future.

Participating in the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ plantation drive near here, Khandu said every tree planted would contribute to cleaner air, a healthier environment and a better future for the coming generations.

“Planting trees is not something we do once a year and forget. It must become a lifelong mission,” Khandu said in social media post after the event.

“As the nation celebrates 12 years of transformative leadership and service under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, this campaign reminds us that development and environmental responsibility must go hand in hand,” he said.

Khadu also said that on the occasion of the tree plantation drive, he had the opportunity to interact with students, teachers, and authorities at the Government Secondary School, Chimpu.

“The visit also provided an opportunity to hear firsthand the concerns and grievances of the school. The state government has taken note of the issues raised and will work towards addressing them,” he added. (Source: PTI)