In a groundbreaking effort for environmental sustainability, the UP Government Mission Green is gearing up to make history on July 9, 2025, by planting an astonishing 37 crore saplings in just one day across all 75 districts. Spearheaded by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, this initiative not only exceeds last year’s goal but also highlights Uttar Pradesh’s dedication to enhancing green cover and tackling climate change through widespread community involvement and coordinated efforts across the state.
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UP Mega Plantation Drive 2025: New Record with 37 Crore Saplings in a Day
Uttar Pradesh is gearing up to kick off the UP Mega Plantation Drive 2025, aiming to plant an astonishing 37 crore (370 million) saplings in just one day! Set for this Wednesday, this bold initiative not only beats last year’s goal by 2 crore saplings but will also take place across all 75 districts in the state.
To make sure the forest department staff, along with teams from various government agencies and countless volunteers, come together to plant saplings. Each sapling will be carefully nestled into prepared pits, and the surrounding soil will be promptly packed in to help support the plant’s stability.
Highlights of UP Mega Plantation Drive
- Get ready for an ambitious goal: planting 37 crore saplings in just one day! That’s a significant jump from last year’s target of 35 crore.
- Statewide Coverage: This initiative will take place across all 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh, making it one of the largest green missions in India.
- Early Morning Start: The planting will kick off at 6:00 AM and run until sunset, with lakhs of participants joining in.
- Chief Minister’s Participation: CM Yogi Adityanath will be getting his hands dirty by planting saplings in Ayodhya and Azamgarh, inspiring the public to join in.
- Massive Workforce Deployment: Thousands of forest department staff, along with volunteers and officials from various government departments, will be on the ground.
- Advanced Preparation: The forest department has already completed soil work at 9,000 locations a week ahead of the event.
- Around 26 departments are putting the finishing touches on preparations at over 1.5 lakh plantation sites.
- Plantation Density: On average, 1,600 saplings will be planted per hectare, making sure we use land and resources efficiently.
- Environmental Impact: This drive is all about boosting green cover, fighting climate change, and enhancing biodiversity across the state.
Mission Green UP campaign: Keys Highlights
- Date: July 9, 2025
- Saplings Targeted: 37 crore
- Districts Covered: All 75 districts of Uttar Pradesh
- Initiative By: Forest Department with 26 other state departments
- Start Time: 6 AM till the end of the day
- Forest Minister: Dr. Arun Kumar Saxena
- Chief Minister’s Location: Ayodhya and Azamgarh
Yogi Adityanath Tree Plantation 2025 With Biodegradable Saplings & National Recognition
As part of the Yogi Adityanath Tree Plantation 2025 initiative, Uttar Pradesh is gearing up to hit a remarkable milestone in its environmental efforts. During the ongoing UP Mega Plantation Drive 2025, forest officials, departmental teams, and thousands of enthusiastic volunteers will join forces to plant an astonishing 37 crore saplings in just one day — a truly record-breaking green endeavor!
Official Statement from Environment Minister On UP Government Mission Green
“This year, we’ve increased our target by two crore saplings. In recent years, enhanced plantation activities have contributed to an expansion of over 3 lakh acres in green cover. Our current green cover stands at 9.96% of Uttar Pradesh’s total geographical area,”
said Arun Kumar Saxena, Minister of Forest, Environment, and Climate Change, Uttar Pradesh.
Yogi Adityanath Tree Plantation 2025 Initiative
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Event Name | UP Mega Plantation Drive 2025 |
| Main Initiative | Yogi Adityanath Tree Plantation 2025 |
| Target Number of Saplings | 37 Crore |
| Increase from 2024 Target | 2 Crore Saplings More |
| Planting Method | Biodegradable packs placed in pits, roots covered swiftly |
| Staff Involved | Forest & other departments + volunteers |
| Total Green Cover (as per ISFR 2023) | 9.96% of total area in Uttar Pradesh |
| Green Cover Increase | 3+ Lakh Acres over previous years |
| UP’s National Ranking | 2nd in India for forest/tree cover growth |
The UP Mega Plantation Drive 2025 isn’t just about breaking records — it stands as a strong testament to Uttar Pradesh’s dedication to a greener, cleaner, and climate-resilient future. Thanks to scientific approaches, overwhelming public support, and visionary leadership, UP is paving the way for the rest of the country to follow.
Forest and tree cover Uttar Pradesh :Uttar Pradesh’s Massive Green Expansion
Between 2017 and 2024, Uttar Pradesh has made impressive progress in environmental conservation, successfully planting over 204.92 crore saplings throughout the state. According to the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023, the forest cover in the state now measures 15,045.80 sq km, which is about 6.24% of its total geographical area. This represents an increase of 118.43 sq km from the 14,927.37 sq km (6.20%) reported in ISFR 2021.
The upcoming Yogi Adityanath Tree Plantation 2025 campaign, part of the UP Mega Plantation Drive 2025, is gearing up for a fantastic turnout from all corners of society.
| Category | No. of Participants |
|---|---|
| Public Representatives | 60,182 |
| Students | 3.4 Crore |
| Farmers | 2.24 Crore |
| Government Employees | 13,44,558 |
| Advocates | 4,69,900 |
| Voluntary Organizations | 27,270 |
| Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) | 15,000 |
Nursery Stock and Plantation Planning
To back this massive tree planting initiative, nurseries in various departments have been filled with millions of saplings.
| Department/Source | No. of Nurseries | Saplings Available |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Department | 1901 | 47.27 Crore |
| Horticulture Department | 146 | 44 Lakh |
| Private Nurseries | 484 | 3.17 Crore |
- The Forest Department is set to plant a whopping 1.14 crore saplings along highways, roads, and in public spaces.
- Meanwhile, the Uttar Pradesh Expressways Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA) has pledged to plant 2.5 lakh saplings along the state expressways, plus another 1.2 lakh saplings on the Bundelkhand Expressway.
Yogi Adityanath Tree Plantation Mission 2025: Riverbank Plantation Drive
As part of the Yogi Adityanath Tree Plantation mission 2025, the UP Mega Plantation Drive 2025 aims to cover an impressive 23,772.45 hectares. A key focus will be on riverbanks, which will help prevent erosion and enhance water flow.
- Yamuna River: 96.78 lakh saplings
- Ganga River: 54.80 lakh saplings
- Betwa River: 50.61 lakh saplings
- Other rivers: Plantations also planned along Saryu, Ghaghara, Gomti, Sai, Ken, Rapti, Son, Ramganga, Chhoti Gandak, Chambal, and Hindon.
Conclusion
Mission Green UP 2025 isn’t just another government initiative—it’s a powerful movement aimed at healing our environment and promoting sustainable growth. With an incredible level of public involvement and robust support from the administration, Uttar Pradesh is leading the way in ecological preservation and climate action on a national scale.
Let’s nurture hope, provide shade, and bring life back to our planet—one sapling at a time.
