Imphal, July 7 -- Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla planted a tree sapling today at Kangla Fort Complex as part of the nationwide campaign 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0'.

Governor proceeded to the City Convention Centre for the grand finale event of the 76th Van Mahotsav, 2025. During the event, the Governor felicitated prize winners of a painting competition and distributed tree saplings to student representatives from various districts and also released a commemorative publication.

Speaking at the event, the Governor highlighted Manipur's rich ecological heritage and the biodiversity of the hill regions and acknowledged the role of traditional forest conservation practices maintained by indigenous communities.

He stressed that threats of ...