Patna, July 14 -- Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar launched the state-level 'Van Mahotsav-2025' by planting a mango sapling here today.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister urged citizens to actively participate in the plantation drive by planting trees in their homes, neighborhoods, and workplaces.
He said that tradition of celebrating Van Mahotsav (Forest Festival) began in 1950 with an aim of conserving forests, promoting large-scale tree plantation, and raising public awareness about the importance of greenery.
Kumar said that a target has been set for planting five crore saplings during the financial year 2025-26.
Recalling the 'Harit Mission', launched in 2012, CM Kumar said that it increased green cover to 15.05% and a n...