SAIL, Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) organized massive plantation drive on 17^th September, 2025 to mark the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign. The campaign witnessed plantation of more than 15000 saplings in a single day at various locations inside the plant and Township areas.

Mr. Alok Verma, Director In-Charge, SAIL, Rourkela Steel Plant (RSP) with the additional charge of DIC, Bokaro Steel Plant planted a sapling at Sintering Plant-III in the morning to flag off the drive. He was accompanied by Mr. Tarun Misra ED (HR), Mr. Biswaranjan Palai, ED (Works), Mr. Anil Kumar, ED (MM), Mr. M P Singh, ED (Mines, OGOM-CMLO), Mr. Sudip PalChowdhury, ED (Projects), Mr. Rajesh Dasgupta, CGM (F&A), Dr. Jayant Kumar Acharya, CMO In-charge (M&HS) and many other senior officers of the Plant. All the senior officers also planted saplings on the occasion.  Around 250 saplings were planted in the SP-3 area during the drive.

Special plantation drives were carried out in different locations including Lagoon area, Raw Material Handling Plant (RMHP) area, Silicon Steel Mill (SSM) area, Sintering Plant-2 (SP-2) area, HR RM &T office, Mines, Stock yards and in Steel Township.

In a similar drive organized near the Mines Transit House, Sector-19, Mr. M P Singh, ED (Mines) led the campaign and planted a sapling to mark the occasion. Senior Officers and employees of Odisha Group of Mines participated in the campaign.

Another massive plantation drive was  organized at Sector -15, near Health Centre. A large number of school children participated in the campaign and planted saplings. Mr. B K Jojo, CGM (TE & horticulture) led the campaign along with other senior officers of Town Engineering department.

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Highlighting some significant milestones under the campaign, he said, “In Indore, Madhya Pradesh, more than 12 lakh trees were planted in just 24 hours, turning the barren area of Revati Hills into a green zone. In Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, a team of women set a record by planting 25,000 trees in an hour. Mothers planted trees in the name of their mothers, inspiring others too.”

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The campaign not only showcases impressive statistics but also highlights remarkable local efforts that resulted in extraordinary achievements. In Indore, Madhya Pradesh, for example, over 12 lakh trees were planted within a single day, transforming barren landscapes into lush green zones. Additionally, in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, a remarkable group of women set a record by planting 25,000 trees in just an hour, all while honoring the memory of their mothers. Such acts of dedication underscore how grassroots movements can lead to substantial environmental changes, as demonstrated by women from the Jeevika Self-Help Group in Bihar, who aim to plant 75 lakh fruit trees to bolster community income.

PM Modi also drew attention to the concerning decline of sparrow populations due to urbanization, calling for collective action to restore these birds to our daily lives. He highlighted the commendable initiatives undertaken by organizations such as Chennai’s Kudugal Trust and Mysuru’s ‘Early Bird’ campaign, which involve educating children to create safe havens for sparrows and fostering a deep connection to nature. By inspiring communities to replicate these efforts, PM Modi emphasized the importance of biodiversity and the role of local initiatives in protecting and revitalizing our environment for future generations.

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Addressing the students, Shri Pradip Kumar Das emphasized the crucial role of environmental protection and cleanliness in building a sustainable future. He said, “IREDA is committed to promoting sustainable development and contributing to a cleaner and greener India. We believe that our youth are the future of our nation, and their involvement in environmental conservation is essential for a healthier and more prosperous tomorrow.” 

IREDA organized a tree plantation drive, “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam,” and an awareness session for school children on renewable energy. Shri Pradip Kumar Das, CMD, and the children planted saplings symbolizing environmental protection. The children with IREDA officials also took the Swachhata Pledge to keep their surroundings clean.

A slogan writing competition on “Swachhata Hi Seva 2024” encouraged creativity, with winners awarded for impactful slogans. Sadhvi Samta Shri Ji, Director, SEVA-DHAM Plus, expressed her gratitude to IREDA for organizing the event and for their contribution to the community.

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