Pathankot: Punjab Cabinet Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak launched a joint tree plantation campaign with Border Security Force (BSF) personnel at the BSF office in Pathankot on World Environment Day, strengthening the state’s Green Punjab Initiative aimed at promoting environmental conservation and increasing green cover.
The plantation drive brought together government representatives and BSF personnel in a collective effort to encourage environmental awareness and sustainable development across Punjab.
Green Punjab Initiative Promotes Environmental Responsibility
Speaking on the occasion, Lal Chand Kataruchak emphasized the importance of protecting nature and preserving the environment for future generations. He urged citizens to actively participate in the Green Punjab Initiative by planting more trees and taking responsibility for their care and maintenance.
The minister noted that tree plantation plays a vital role in improving air quality, conserving biodiversity, and maintaining ecological balance.
Joint Plantation Drive with BSF Personnel
As part of the Green Punjab Initiative, BSF personnel joined the minister in planting saplings at the Pathankot facility. The event highlighted the importance of community participation in environmental protection and demonstrated how different sections of society can contribute to a greener future.
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Lal Chand Kataruchak appreciated the efforts of BSF personnel and their commitment to supporting environmental causes alongside their service to the nation.
Green Punjab Initiative Aims for Sustainable Future
The Cabinet Minister stressed that environmental conservation should become a continuous public movement rather than a one-day activity. He said the Green Punjab Initiative seeks to inspire people across the state to adopt eco-friendly practices and contribute to creating a cleaner and healthier environment.
ਕੈਬਿਨੇਟ ਮੰਤਰੀ @LC_Kataruchak ਨੇ ਅੱਜ ਵਿਸ਼ਵ ਵਾਤਾਵਰਨ ਦਿਵਸ ਮੌਕੇ BSF ਦਫ਼ਤਰ ਪਠਾਨਕੋਟ ਵਿਖੇ ਜਵਾਨਾਂ ਦੇ ਨਾਲ਼ ਸਾਂਝੀ ਪੌਦੇ ਲਗਾਉਣ ਦੀ ਮੁਹਿੰਮ ਦੀ ਸ਼ੁਰੂਆਤ ਕੀਤੀ। ਇਸ ਮੌਕੇ ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਨੇ ਸਾਰਿਆਂ ਨੂੰ ਧਰਤੀ ਨੂੰ ਹਰ-ਭਰਾ ਬਣਾਉਣ ਲਈ ਵਾਤਾਵਰਨ ਦੀ ਸਾਂਭ-ਸੰਭਾਲ ਕਰਨ ਦੇ ਨਾਲ਼ ਵੱਧ ਤੋਂ ਵੱਧ ਬੂਟੇ ਲਗਾਉਣ ਦੀ ਸਲਾਹ ਦਿੱਤੀ। pic.twitter.com/HzZ58lY8xs
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According to him, increasing green cover is essential to tackling environmental challenges and ensuring sustainable development for future generations.
Call for More Tree Plantation Across Punjab
During the event, Lal Chand Kataruchak encouraged citizens, educational institutions, social organizations, and government departments to actively support the Green Punjab Initiative through large-scale plantation campaigns.
He emphasized that every tree planted today contributes to a healthier tomorrow and helps strengthen Punjab’s environmental resilience.
Commitment to a Greener Punjab
Marking World Environment Day, the minister reiterated the state’s commitment to environmental protection and sustainable growth. The plantation drive in Pathankot reflects the government’s ongoing efforts under the Green Punjab Initiative to make Punjab greener, cleaner, and more environmentally responsible.
With active participation from BSF personnel and local stakeholders, the campaign served as a strong message that collective action is essential for preserving nature and building a sustainable future for coming generations.