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Himachal Pradesh CM Unveils Van Samvardhan Yojana and Green Adoption Scheme to Boost Environmental Conservation.

Goverment Scheme | Dated: 06 Jun 2025

On June 2, 2025, Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu launched two key environmental initiatives — the Rajiv Gandhi Van Samvardhan Yojana (RGVSY) and the Green Adoption Scheme — in Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh, aimed at expanding green cover and fostering community-driven afforestation.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - As part of the launch, CM Sukhu released a special souvenir titled 'Samvaad' dedicated to Van Mitras. Under the RGVSY scheme, he awarded certificates to two Mahila Mandals from Nadaun-Amlehad and Bhawdan, who will each undertake plantation on two hectares of forest land, maintaining it for five years.
  • - The scheme actively engages Mahila Mandals, Yuvak Mandals, and Self Help Groups (SHGs) in afforestation efforts.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) In the first phase of the Green Adoption Scheme, Ambuja Group will manage plantation on 25 hectares, while Adani Foundation and Ultratech will adopt 10 hectares each.
  • (ii) This initiative encourages corporate houses, private enterprises, and NGOs to adopt barren forest lands and support afforestation as part of their social responsibility.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Recently, who launched the 'Rajiv Gandhi Van Samvardhan Yojana' and the 'Green Adoption Scheme' in Himachal Pradesh?

Correct Answer: Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu

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