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New Delhi : The President of India Ram Nath Kovind planted a sapling of Maulsari in the Rashtrapati Bhavan Estateon August 20, 2019, and launched a plantation drive as part of ‘Van Mahotsav’ celebrations. On the occasion, the President met students and urged them to encourage fellow citizens to plant more trees and reaffirm our commitment to a greener and sustainable planet.
As part of Van Mahotsav celebrations, the President’s Secretariat, over the next few weeks, will be planting 3,252 trees and 2,962 shrubs in the President’s Estate. Thy include Peepal, Neem, Maulsari, Champa, Gul Mohur, Mango, Chiko, Anjir and Amrud etc.
The President’s Estate spread over 330 acre harbours a rich biodiversity. The famous trees of the Estate include, Sita Ashok, Bistendu, Shisham, Gab, Gourd Trees, Wild Almond, Lemon-Scented Gum, Doon Siris and more, according to a PIB release.