Archive · 16 Sep 2025
Odisha Schools Mandated to Plant Saplings on PM Modi's Birthday
The government of Odisha is making schoolchildren and teachers plant a lot of trees on Prime Minister Modi's birthday.
They plan to plant millions of saplings, which are like baby trees.
This is meant to be a special way to celebrate the Prime Minister and his work.
However, some people are worried because it’s happening during school exams and the timing might not be the best for planting trees.
Some believe it is wrong to involve students in political events and that the government is misusing its power for a political agenda.
Odisha schools are instructed to plant 75 lakh saplings on September 17 to honor PM Narendra Modi's birthday.
The plantation drive involves schoolchildren, teachers, and various community members.
The initiative coincides with ongoing first-term examinations, causing schedule changes.
Odisha's Chief Minister stated the event is to appreciate Modi's contribution to India and Odisha.
Critics express concerns about the event's impact on children's rights and the timing of the plantation.
- Who
- Odisha state government, schoolchildren, teachers, PM Narendra Modi
- What
- A sapling plantation drive to honor PM Modi
- When
- September 17 (PM Modi's birthday)
- Where
- Odisha, India
- Why
- To honor PM Modi and his contributions to Odisha’s development.
Concerns about the Drive
Support for the Drive
School Involvement
Concerns about the Drive
Critics argue that involving children in a political activity is a violation of their rights and disrupts their education.
Support for the Drive
The drive is framed as a way to honor the PM and contribute to environmental initiatives.
Timing
Concerns about the Drive
Opponents question the timing, as the monsoon season is ending and the focus on exam disruptions.
Support for the Drive
The date is chosen to coincide with PM Modi's birthday.
- Event
- Sapling plantation drive
- Location
- Odisha, India
- Target Saplings
- 75 lakh
- Date
- September 17 (PM Modi's birthday)
- Involved Parties
- Schoolchildren, teachers, and various community members