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Green Karnataka to Plant 500,000 Shade Trees Along National Highways
The Forest Department has launched a plan to plant and nurture about 500,000 local shade trees along major national highways in Karnataka over the next few months.
The Forest Department of Karnataka has announced a large-scale tree‑planting initiative aimed at enhancing green cover along the state’s major national highways. The plan involves the planting and nurturing of approximately 500,000 shade‑providing trees in the coming months.
The campaign, dubbed the “Green Karnataka” project, will focus on the roadside areas of key national highways, ensuring that local species are used to provide shade and improve air quality for commuters and residents alike.
Officials said the initiative will not only beautify the highways but also contribute to carbon sequestration, reduce heat island effects, and support local biodiversity. The department will oversee the planting and maintenance phases, coordinating with local communities and volunteers to ensure the trees thrive.
The project is part of Karnataka’s broader environmental strategy to promote sustainable development and mitigate climate change impacts across the state.
The campaign, dubbed the “Green Karnataka” project, will focus on the roadside areas of key national highways, ensuring that local species are used to provide shade and improve air quality for commuters and residents alike.
Officials said the initiative will not only beautify the highways but also contribute to carbon sequestration, reduce heat island effects, and support local biodiversity. The department will oversee the planting and maintenance phases, coordinating with local communities and volunteers to ensure the trees thrive.
The project is part of Karnataka’s broader environmental strategy to promote sustainable development and mitigate climate change impacts across the state.