Archive · 3 Aug 2025
Ex-Army Man's Reforestation Wins Praise and Invitation
Ramesh Kharmale, an ex-soldier, is making the land green again near Pune by planting trees.
He digs trenches to catch rainwater, which helps the trees grow.
Even the Prime Minister recognized him and said his work will inspire others.
Now, he got invited to celebrate Independence Day in Delhi.
Former soldier Ramesh Kharmale's reforestation efforts near Pune have been recognized.
He transformed barren land into a thriving area with over 1,200 trees.
Kharmale uses continuous contour trenching to trap rainwater for irrigation.
Prime Minister Modi acknowledged his work, inspiring others in conservation.
Kharmale has been invited to Independence Day celebrations in Delhi.
- Who
- Ramesh Kharmale, a former Armyman and Forest Guard.
- What
- Ramesh Kharmale's efforts in reforestation and conservation were recognized.
- When
- Ongoing, with recognition by PM Modi and invitation to Independence Day.
- Where
- Junnar, Pune district, and Rashtrapati Bhavan in Delhi.
- Why
- To recognize his environmental conservation work.
- Name
- Ramesh Kharmale
- Former Occupation
- Armyman
- Current Occupation
- Forest Guard
- Location of Work
- Junnar, Pune district
- Recognition
- Invited to Independence Day celebrations
- Method
- Continuous contour trenching
