Australian High Commission joins Indian PM Modi in honoring mothers with tree planting on World Environment Day

On the occasion of World Environment Day, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a heartfelt and innovative campaign, #एक_पेड़_माँ_के_नाम (#Plant4Mother), aimed at encouraging people across India and the globe to plant a tree in tribute to their mothers.

Today, on World Environment Day, delight to start a campaign, #एक_पेड़_माँ_के_नाम. I call upon everyone, in India and around the world, to plant a tree in the coming days as a tribute to your mother. Do share a picture of you doing so using #Plant4Mother or #एक_पेड़_माँ_के_नाम. pic.twitter.com/dfviUtLbTZ

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 5, 2024

The initiative reflects Modi’s ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability and personal connection to nature.

The campaign quickly gained traction, with the Australian High Commission among the first to join.

Members of the Australian High Commission planted trees at their compound, marking their solidarity with the Prime Minister’s initiative.

In a tweet, Philip Green OAM, the Australian High Commissioner, expressed their pride and commitment: “Exactly what we did this morning at our High Commission compound to mark #WorldEnvironmentDay. We are proud to join you in this campaign @narendramodi ji.”

Today, we planted some trees at our High Commission to mark the #WorldEnvironmentDay. It is our collective responsibility to protect & preserve the #environment. If everyone does a little bit, it will add up to a lot! #MissionLiFE #RestoreOurEarth pic.twitter.com/nmXJ6kuvCb

— Philip Green OAM (@AusHCIndia) June 5, 2024

Environmental experts and activists have praised Indian PM Modi’s campaign, noting that it aligns with broader global efforts to address ecological challenges.

This initiative not only emphasises environmental conservation but also fosters a sense of community and shared purpose. It encourages individuals to take a proactive role in combating climate change and promoting biodiversity, while simultaneously celebrating the nurturing spirit of mothers.

World Environment Day is the United Nations day for encouraging worldwide awareness and action to protect our environment. The theme for 2024, ‘Land restoration, desertification, and drought resilience,’ underscores the importance of restoring degraded land and building resilience to droughts and desertification.

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