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Union Minister Launches ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0’ Campaign
- 05 Jun 2025
On 5th June 2025, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched the Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0 campaign in New Delhi by planting a sapling and unveiling a dedicated website and special module.
Key Points
- Campaign Launch: Aimed at promoting tree plantation and environmental awareness, the initiative encourages individuals to plant a tree in memory or honour of their mother.
- Eco Club Portal: A new web portal was introduced to monitor eco club activities under the Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment) initiative.
- Carbon Emissions: The Minister noted that India’s carbon emissions remain below the global desirable limit.
- Net Zero Vision: Emphasis was laid on preparing youth to help India achieve Net Zero carbon emissions by 2070.
- Plastic Pollution Warning: Highlighted that of the 400 million tonnes of plastic produced globally, only 10% is recycled—urging reduced plastic use.
- Call for Sustainability: The Minister advocated for adopting sustainable development practices for long-term environmental conservation.
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