Delhi is one of the greenest capitals in the world yet one of the most polluted cities. Delhi recorded its hottest day in April yesterday at 42 ºC. Trees can help! But hey, only the right ones!!!
So, with this thought we organized a nature walk on 29-Apr-18 at Prasad Nagar Lake.
So, with this thought we organized a nature walk on 29-Apr-18 at Prasad Nagar Lake.
A huge number of people who turned up for our nature walk this morning! It's a delight to see there are so many people who care for our environment and want to do a lot to preserve it!
While our own team member Bhuvan Chopra led the walk, educating people about native trees and their significance, our special guest was none other than Peepal Baba! Peepal Baba inspired us even more to get close to nature.
The walk offered an opportunity for the attendees to immerse themselves in nature. It allowed them to learn about various native trees of Delhi. Trees such as peepal, banyan, neem, amaltas, pilkhan, marodphali, jaadi, mango, jamun etc. are of high ecological significance.
These trees have a dense canopy that provides shade. This is what is known as true green cover. These trees also provide for abodes for our winged friends - our birds. It is also important to conserve the habitat of birds as they have a huge role in our ecology. In addition, they also provide home for insects and worms, which too play a vital role in our ecosystem.
The best part about these trees is that they require minimum care in terms of watering. And once they grow, they become self-sustainable, big enough to provide us with shade, reduced temperatures and clean air. It is important to note that we now need forests or tree clusters.
So go ahead! Plant at least ten such tree saplings!
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