NEW DELHI, July 14 -- Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal on Monday launched yearly monsoon tree plantation drive for clean and green Delhi.

L-G Baijal urged active support and participation of the residents of Delhi to achieve this year's ambitious plantation target to enhance Delhi's green cover.

The Delhi Government has set a target of plantation of over 30 lakh tree and shrub saplings have been set in Delhi, including 10 lakh tree plantation by Delhi Development Authority (DDA).

The L-G exhorted that emphasis should be given on planting native, fruit-bearing species, herbs andshrubs.

"Post-plantation care and nurture are necessary to ensure survival for saplings," Baijal said.

He further stated that trees are vital for the survival of ...