Bengaluru plants 15 lakh native saplings in massive green drive
The Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) organised a large-scale tree-planting drive across multiple BDA layouts on the occasion of Kempegowda Jayanti. According to the BDA, approximately 15 lakh saplings of native species were planted, with over 50,000 citizens participating in the event.
Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and BDA Chairperson N.A. Haris were among those who planted saplings. Several educational institutions brought students to take part in the drive, which aims to enhance Bengaluru's green cover.
Speaking at the event, Mr. Shivakumar proposed that every school in Bengaluru should adopt a designated area where students would plant and nurture trees. He announced that the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) would organise a competition in this regard.
In addition to the plantation drive, the BDA conducted a marathon in two categories: 5 km and 10 km. The marathon was flagged off at Challaghatta by Kannada film actor Kiccha Sudeep. The route covered the newly built 10-km stretch connecting Magadi Road and Mysore Road, which is part of the recently inaugurated 10-lane S.M. Krishna Road.
Mr. Haris claimed that nearly 10,000 citizens participated in the marathon, including a 98-year-old senior citizen. The BDA stated that the drive is part of ongoing efforts to increase green cover in the city.
