Indore Sets Guinness World Record by Planting Over 11 Lakh Saplings in 24 Hours

Indore, Madhya Pradesh, has set a new Guinness World Record by planting over 11 lakh saplings in 24 hours. The initiative was part of the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The drive saw participation from local citizens, BSF jawans, and other organizations.

Indore, the economic capital of Madhya Pradesh and India's cleanest city, set a new Guinness World Record by planting over 11 lakh saplings within 24 hours.

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav proudly announced this achievement, congratulating the citizens for their collective effort. The plantation initiative was part of the state government's programme, showcasing Indore's commitment to both cleanliness and environmental sustainability.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also joined the campaign, planting a sapling under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on World Environment Day. This national drive aims to plant approximately 140 crore trees across India, with 5.5 crore in Madhya Pradesh alone.

The event saw broad participation from BSF jawans, NRIs, NCC cadets, and various social organizations, making it a milestone in environmental activism. Long-lived and medicinal trees were planted, marking a significant step toward combating climate change.