World Environment Day 2024: Konkan Railway plants five thousand saplings

Konkan Railway is planting 5,000 saplings to beat the heat this year. Konkan Railway celebrated World Environment Day with significant green initiatives and has a long-standing commitment to environmental sustainability, including planting trees along its route.

“This year’s efforts are a part of continuous and concerted efforts to make a positive contribution to the environment. By planting 5,000 saplings, KRCL aims to contribute to the enrichment of the environment and beautification of the railway network. This year has seen an alarming increase in heat levels, highlighting the urgent need for collective action to protect the environment,” a KR spokesperson said.

He said, “By planting these saplings, Konkan Railway aims to play its role in mitigating the effects of climate change and promoting a healthier, greener planet. A tree plantation drive was also carried out at Konkan Rail Vihar in Seawoods, Navi Mumbai, which is an important step towards environmental conservation.”

The event was graced by the presence of Chief Guest Shri B Venugopal Reddy, IAS, Principal Secretary (Forest), Maharashtra and Chief Guest Shri Vivek Khandekar, IFS, Additional Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, Pune and Ms K Pratibha, Chief Conservator of Forests, Thane. Shri Santosh Kumar Jha, Chairman & Managing Director/KRCL, officers, Mahila Samiti members and employees actively participated in the tree plantation drive.

He added, “We believe every small effort counts and through this initiative we want to inspire our employees, passengers and the community at large to join us in this important cause. Let us all together make a difference for a sustainable future.”