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| 27-07-2026 Prayagraj |
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| Successful Organization of a Massive Tree Plantation Drive and Seminar by North Central Railway St. John Ambulance Brigade, Prayagraj | |
With the aim of promoting environmental conservation and taking the "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam" (A Tree in Mother's Name) campaign to the masses, the St. John Ambulance Brigade, North Central Railway, Prayagraj, organized a massive tree plantation drive today, July 26, 2026. The event took place at the New Building complex in Loco Colony (10th Road).
The program commenced in the distinguished presence of Chief Medical Superintendent and Deputy Commissioner Dr. Surendra Nath, Additional Chief Medical Director Dr. Parvez, Divisional Commander (Medical) Dr. Ashish Agarwal, and Divisional Commander (Administration) Dr. Amit Malaviya.
During the drive, officers, special guests, and brigade members collectively planted over 100 saplings. These included shade-giving trees, fruit-bearing trees, and various species of attractive flowering plants. Participants pledged not only to plant the saplings but also to ensure their conservation and regular care, enabling them to play a vital role in creating a greener environment for the future.
Following the plantation drive, a special seminar was held at the Central Hospital Auditorium. Sharing their views during the seminar, Additional Chief Medical Director Dr. Parvez and Divisional Commander (Medical) Dr. Ashish Agarwal highlighted the importance of large-scale tree plantation for our lives and emphasized that a better life can be led only by living in harmony with nature.
They further noted that trees and plants not only purify the environment but are also essential for water conservation, biodiversity, temperature control, and ensuring a secure future for coming generations. An appeal was made to the general public, urging every individual to plant at least one sapling in their lifetime and take responsibility for its care.
The program was efficiently conducted by Amit Kumar Maurya. More than 50 members and retired officials—including Ambulance Officers Uday Chand Maurya, Rajiv Singh, and Ratan Kumar; Divisional Secretary Alok Kumar Verma; Corporal Amit Kumar Maurya; Sergeants Vijay Kumar, Pawan Kumar, and Rajiv Kumar Diwakar; and members Tej Bahadur Yadav, Manish Kumar, and Ram Sajivan Patel—made significant and commendable contributions to the success of this entire event.
The St. John Ambulance Brigade, North Central Railway, Prayagraj, has pledged to continue organizing such programs dedicated to public welfare and environmental conservation in the future.
(Dr. Amit Malaviya)
Sr. PRO