Bhubaneswar: On the occasion of the Seva Sankalpa Abhiyan, the Department of Water Resources organised a plantation programme at the WALMI campus at Pratapnagari with the objective of further strengthening its commitment towards water conservation and environmental protection. A total of 76 native and climate-resilient saplings were planted during the programme.
The initiative seeks to translate the spirit of the Seva Sankalpa Abhiyan into meaningful public service by fostering a sense of responsibility towards society and the environment. Through plantation, the Department has further strengthened its commitment to conservation of natural resources and creation of a green, healthy and sustainable environment for future generations.
Special Secretary, Chief Minister’s Grievance Cell, Prafulla Kumar Swain; Director, Rehabilitation & Resettlement, Department of Water Resources, Ashok Kumar Behera; Additional Secretary, Subrat Kumar Nayak; Director, WALMI, Goutam Kumar Sethi; along with senior officials of the Department and officers and staff of WALMI, were present on the occasion and participated in the plantation programme.
The saplings planted included native species such as Peepal, Karanj, Bakul and Guava, which are well suited to the coastal climatic conditions of Odisha. These tree species are expected to contribute to maintaining ecological balance while supporting water conservation and biodiversity protection in the years ahead.
