Seed ball drive launched to boost green cover in Andhra Pradesh
The Andhra Pradesh government has launched a statewide initiative to prepare and distribute 2.5 crore seed balls to enhance green cover and biodiversity. Spearheaded by Deputy Chief Minister K. Pawan Kalyan, the program aims to engage the public in environmental conservation efforts. The initiative will utilize the monsoon season for seed ball distribution and is expected to significantly contribute to ecological restoration and climate resilience in the region.
- ▪The initiative aims to prepare and distribute 2.5 crore seed balls across Andhra Pradesh.
- ▪Public participation is encouraged, involving various community groups and organizations.
- ▪Distribution methods include direct scattering, manual planting, and aerial dispersal using drones.
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In a major push towards environmental conservation and ecological restoration, the Andhra Pradesh government has launched an ambitious statewide initiative to prepare and distribute 2.5 crore seed balls.The programme is being spearheaded by Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Forests and Environment K. Pawan Kalyan with the objective of increasing green cover, strengthening biodiversity and promoting environmental sustainability across the State.The Forest Department has initiated extensive preparations for the large-scale campaign, which is being envisioned as a people’s movement.
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