Cooch Behar, Jan. 25 -- After Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday acknowledged his work during the 130th episode of Mann Ki Baat, Benoy Das expressed happiness and pride over the recognition.

Das said he felt honoured that his hometown, Cooch Behar, had been mentioned by the Prime Minister, calling it a proud moment for the entire city as people across the country came to know about their efforts. Speaking about his initiative, he said the project began in 2010 with the aim of gradually developing and expanding small forests. So far, he has created five such forests and plans to establish similar green zones in every river basin.

"I'm feeling very good. We live in a small city called Cooch Behar. This city has been mentioned by the P...