Kumar Bahukhandi
A symbolic selfie point inside the Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly celebrates the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 3.0’ campaign, reinforcing the message of environmental conservation and respect for motherhood-Photo Credit-channel24india.com via CG/PR
In Short
- Chhattisgarh Assembly hosts a large-scale plantation drive during the Monsoon Session.
- Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai plants a Rudraksha sapling under the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 3.0’ campaign.
- Speaker Dr. Raman Singh, Leader of Opposition Dr. Charan Das Mahant, Deputy Chief Ministers Vijay Sharma and Arun Sao, ministers, and MLAs participate.
- Campaign links environmental conservation with respect for motherhood.
- Public representatives pledge not only to plant trees but also to ensure their long-term care.
- Special selfie point encourages citizen participation and spreads awareness.
- Government reiterates its commitment to increasing green cover, biodiversity conservation, and climate resilience.
‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 3.0’ transforms a symbolic plantation drive into a powerful message of environmental responsibility, gratitude towards mothers, and collective action for future generations.
The Chhattisgarh Legislative Assembly witnessed a meaningful departure from routine political proceedings on Tuesday July 14, 2026 as lawmakers gathered not merely to debate policies but to reaffirm their commitment to nature. Under the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 3.0’ campaign, the Assembly premises became a symbol of environmental stewardship, public participation, and maternal respect.
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai plants a Rudraksha sapling during the Assembly’s plantation drive, joined by senior political leaders in a united pledge to promote environmental sustainability and create a greener Chhattisgarh-Photo Credit-channel24india.com via CG/PR
The initiative carried a message that extends beyond ceremonial tree planting. Every sapling planted in the name of one’s mother represents a living tribute to the woman who nurtures life, while simultaneously contributing to the preservation of the environment for future generations. By connecting an emotional bond with ecological responsibility, the campaign seeks to transform plantation drives into lifelong commitments.
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, who planted a Rudraksha sapling, described the movement as one inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of making environmental protection a nationwide people’s movement. According to the Chief Minister, planting a tree in a mother’s name creates a personal responsibility that naturally motivates individuals to care for the plant throughout its life.
His message comes at a time when climate change, rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and biodiversity loss are becoming increasingly visible across India. In such circumstances, afforestation is no longer simply an environmental activity—it is an essential investment in public health, water security, ecological balance, and sustainable development.
Equally noteworthy was the participation of legislators across political lines. The presence of the Speaker, the Chief Minister, the Leader of the Opposition, Deputy Chief Ministers, ministers, and legislators reflected a rare consensus that environmental conservation must remain above political divisions. Such collective participation reinforces the idea that protecting nature is a shared constitutional and social responsibility.
The specially designed selfie point within the Assembly complex added a modern public outreach element, encouraging wider participation through social engagement while spreading awareness about the campaign.
The Chhattisgarh Government has consistently highlighted environmental conservation through forest protection, biodiversity enhancement, water conservation, and community-driven green initiatives. The Assembly’s plantation programme complements these broader objectives by placing elected representatives at the forefront of a campaign that seeks active public involvement.
Ultimately, the success of ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 3.0’ will not be measured by the number of saplings planted on a single day, but by how many survive and grow into healthy trees. A planted sapling becomes meaningful only when it is nurtured with the same care and affection that inspired its planting.
If every citizen adopts one tree in the name of their mother and ensures its growth, the campaign could evolve from a government initiative into a lasting social movement—one that leaves behind cleaner air, healthier ecosystems, and a greener inheritance for generations yet to come.
