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Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel launched a tree plantation drive in Ahmedabad’s Chandlodia area under Mission Four Million Trees 2025. The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has already planted over 20 lakh trees, achieving 51% of its target. Citizens can request free tree planting through the AMC Seva App. The initiative aims to transform Ahmedabad into a clean and green city under PM Modi’s leadership.

Key Points: Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Launches Ahmedabad Tree Plantation Drive

  • CM Patel leads tree plantation in Chandlodia under Mission Four Million Trees 2025
  • Over 20 lakh trees planted so far in Ahmedabad
  • AMC offers free doorstep tree planting via Seva App
  • Initiative aligns with PM Modi’s vision for clean and green cities
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Gujarat CM initiates tree plantation drive in Ahmedabad

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel spearheads Mission Four Million Trees 2025 in Ahmedabad, aiming to plant 40 lakh trees for a greener city.

"Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has achieved 51% of the target plantation against the goal of 40 lakh trees – Official Statement"

Ahmedabad, July 30

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel carried out a tree plantation in the Chandlodia area of Ahmedabad under the Mission Four Million Trees 2025 initiative, according to an official statement on Wednesday.

Minister of State Jagdish Vishwakarma, Mayor of Ahmedabad Pratibha Jain, Municipal Commissioner Banchhanidhi Pani, MLAs from the city area, and officials of the Municipal Corporation also joined in the plantation drive.

The statement mentioned that under the leadership of CM Patel, Ahmedabad has emerged as a frontrunner in the nationwide mission to become a clean and green city. Guided by CM's commitment, the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has set a determined goal to make Ahmedabad the cleanest city in India.

Taking this mission a step further, the Corporation has launched the ambitious Mission Four Million Trees 2025, aiming to plant 40 lakhs trees and transform Ahmedabad from a Clean City into a vibrant Green City.

Under the Mission Four Million Trees 2025 - FMT, a target of planting a total of 40 lakh trees across the city has been set. As of July 27, a total of 20,42,689 trees have been planted.

"Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has achieved 51% of the target plantation against the goal of 40 lakh trees," the statement read.

Citizens can also register on the AMC Seva App to request a free tree plantation, with the AMC team visiting their doorstep to plant a tree, free of cost.

Earlier, on July 29, the Chief Minister called for achieving 100% beneficiary coverage in quality schemes and initiatives, so that such recognition ceremonies become a norm in every district and taluka of the state.

Addressing the 'Sampurnata Abhiyan Samman Samaroh' held to honour excellence in holistic development across Aspirational Districts and Talukas (Blocks), the CM noted that under PM Modi's leadership, sectors from semiconductors to sanitation are prioritised. Technology-driven systems have raised public expectations, and it is our duty to meet them and ensure continued quality services.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
Plantation drives are good but what about water supply for these trees? In summer, we struggle for drinking water. AMC should first ensure proper irrigation systems before planting so many trees. Otherwise it's just wastage of saplings.
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Arjun K
As an Ahmedabad resident, I've seen many trees planted near my society last year. Happy to report 80% have survived because local residents took responsibility for watering. Community participation is key! Kudos to AMC for involving citizens through the app.
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Shreya B
Why only focus on quantity (40 lakh trees)? Quality matters too! They should plant native species like neem, peepal that survive our climate, not just decorative foreign species that look good in photos but die in 2 seasons.
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Karan T
Good step but what about existing trees being cut for metro and road projects? My area lost 50 big trees last month for road widening. Plant 10 new saplings but can't replace the shade and oxygen from mature trees. Need better balance in development!
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Nisha Z
Wonderful to see Gujarat leading in environmental initiatives! 👏 The 51% completion is impressive. Hope other states learn from this model. Especially liked the part about honoring excellence in development - positive reinforcement works better than criticism.

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