India, July 8 -- As India marks Van Mahotsav 2025, the "Festival of Trees" carries more urgency than ever. What began in 1950 as a tree- planting initiative by KM Munshi has since evolved into one of the nation's most vital environmental movements

Every year, from July 1st to 7th, India celebrates Van Mahotsav, the "Festival of Trees." Initiated in 1950 by Shri KM Munshi, the then Union Minister for Agriculture, this national tree-planting drive was envisioned to encourage forest conservation and environmental stewardship. Over the decades, it has grown into one of India's most impactful ecological campaigns, raising awareness about the vital role trees play in sustaining life.

In 2025, as India and the world face intensifying climate c...