To engage the diaspora in environmental sustainability initiatives, the Indian mission has organised a series of events under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s plantation campaign. Throughout July, the Consulate General of India hosted these events in collaboration with community organizations and cultural associations.
Launched by Prime Minister Modi on World Environment Day (June 5), the Plant4Mother campaign aims to plant 800 million trees by September 2024 and 1.4 billion trees by March 2025, involving collective efforts from the government and society. The Prime Minister encouraged everyone worldwide to plant a tree as a tribute to Mother Nature.
The Consulate organised several tree-planting events and a painting competition, engaging the local community and Indian diaspora to emphasise environmental sustainability and collective action.
Tree plantation drives were carried out at six venues, including the Consulate; Tagore Memorial Grove, Ray Miller Park, Houston; BAPS, Houston; St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church, Cypress; Sri Meenakshi Temple, Pearland; and VPSS Haveli, Houston.
A painting competition-themed #Plant4Mother saw enthusiastic participation from children. Consul General D C Manjunath told PTI that these events encourage the local community and diaspora groups to join these initiatives and contribute to environmental sustainability.
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Plant4Mother: Indian mission in Houston engages diaspora in PM Modi’s tree plantation campaign
