Archive · 20 May 2025
Pune Launches Citizen-Led Tree Planting Initiative
Pune is getting greener!
The city's government is asking people and groups to plant trees.
They are calling it 'Green Guardians.'
People will get specific kinds of local trees like mango and peepal.
You must apply online and plant in open spaces.
You also have to promise to take care of the trees for seven years.
This also involves planting trees where they have been removed due to road work.
The city will help by providing a WhatsApp group to track the progress.
PMC launched the 'Green Guardians' initiative for tree planting and care.
Citizens and housing societies can participate by applying online.
Native tree species, including mango, will be provided.
Participants must submit maintenance reports for seven years.
New trees to be planted in place of those removed for road widening.
- Who
- Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) and citizens of Pune
- What
- PMC launched a citizen-led initiative for planting and maintaining native trees.
- When
- Recently
- Where
- Pune, Maharashtra
- Why
- To promote a green and sustainable Pune and replace trees removed for road work.
- Initiative Name
- Green Guardians
- Types of Trees
- Native species, including tabubiya yellow, bakul, kadamb, peepal, chinch, arjun and mango.
- Planting Location
- Open grounds within city limits, excluding balconies, terraces, or pots.
- Maintenance Report Duration
- 7 years
- Roadside Tree Care
- Road department
- Number of Trees Planted on North Main Road
- 2,600
