SJVN organises tree plantation drive in Shimla ahead of World Environment Day

Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) organised a tree plantation drive in Shimla on Tuesday under the campaign ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ as part of its World Environment Day celebrations, taking a significant step towards environmental conservation.

SJVN Chairman and Managing Director Bhupender Gupta led the plantation drive in Shimla.

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On the occasion, Director (Personnel) Ajay Kumar Sharma, Chief Vigilance Officer Pankaj Porwal, and Lt Col Lakhwinder Singh of the 133 Infantry Battalion (TA) Eco Dogra planted saplings as part of the initiative. The drive was organised at Chamiyana, Shimla, in collaboration with the Himachal Pradesh State Forest Department.

Ajay Kumar Sharma said that, as a testament to the collective commitment towards environmental conservation, 150 saplings of Deodar, Oak, Walnut, Pomegranate and other species were planted. He added that the initiative would help foster greater awareness and encourage action towards environmental protection.

The plantation drive witnessed active participation from officials of the 133 Infantry Battalion (TA) Eco Dogra, the Himachal Pradesh State Forest Department, and Heads of Departments, senior officials and employees of SJVN’s Corporate Headquarters in Shimla, marking a meaningful step towards a greener future.