Uttar Pradesh's 'Mitra Van' Initiative: A Green Drive Along Borders
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Initiative Name | Mitra Van (Friendship Forest) |
| Launched By | Uttar Pradesh Government, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath |
| Program | Vriksharopan Jan Abhiyan-2024 |
| Objective | Increase green cover along state and international borders, promote environmental cooperation |
| Implementation Start | July 20, 2024 |
| Forest Divisions | 35 forest divisions selected |
| Border Districts | 35 districts bordering neighboring states, including 5 districts adjoining Nepal |
| Nepal Border Focus | Sonauli (Maharajganj), Lakhimpur Kheri, Shravasti, Bahraich, Pilibhit |
| Special Forests | Shakti Van (Power Forest), Yuva Van (Youth Forest), Bal Van (Children's Forest) |
| Coordination | Collaboration with neighboring states and Nepal, species selection, plant availability |
| Key Officials | Chief Minister Yogi AdityanathSudhir Kumar Sharma (Principal Chief Conservator of Forests)PP Singh (Additional Chief Conservator of Forests) |
| Sapling Preparation | 35 crore saplings to be prepared in nurseries |