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  • SJVN Organized Tree Plantation Drive in Shimla to Celebrate World Environment Day 

    SJVN Organized Tree Plantation Drive in Shimla to Celebrate World Environment Day 

    Shimla: 02.06.2026

    Under the leadership of Chairman and Managing Director, Bhupender Gupta, SJVN organized a tree plantation drive in Shimla today under the campaign ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ to celebrate World Environment Day and take a significant step towards environmental conservation.

    On this occasion, Director (Personnel),  Ajay Kumar Sharma, CVO, Pankaj Porwal and Lt. Col. Lakhwinder Singh, 133 Infantry Battalion (TA) Eco Dogra planted saplings as part of the tree plantation drive. This tree plantation drive was organized at Chamiyana, Shimla, in collaboration with Himachal Pradesh State Forest Department.

     Ajay Kumar Sharma stated that, as a testament to the collective commitment towards environmental conservation, 150 saplings of Deodar, Oak, Walnut, Pomegranate and other tree species were planted. He further stated that the initiative would help inspire greater awareness and action towards environmental protection.

    The plantation drive witnessed active participation from officials of 133 Infantry Battalion (TA) Eco Dogra, Himachal Pradesh State Forest Department and Heads of Departments, senior officials and employees of SJVN Corporate Headquarters, Shimla, marking a meaningful step towards achieving a greener future.

  • Eco Task Force Begins Massive Plantation Drive

    Eco Task Force Begins Massive Plantation Drive

     

    Shimla, June 2: The Himachal Eco Warriors of the 133 Ecological Task Force (ETF) have launched an ambitious plantation campaign aiming to plant 75,000 saplings across the region ahead of World Environment Day, reinforcing efforts towards environmental conservation and ecological restoration.

    The campaign began with a plantation drive at Chamiyana in collaboration with SJVN Limited and the Himachal Pradesh Forest Department. The initiative focuses on planting indigenous tree species to strengthen biodiversity and enhance environmental sustainability.

    The programme was inaugurated by Ajay Kumar Sharma, who planted a walnut sapling, in the presence of Pankaj Porwaal. Personnel from the 133 Ecological Task Force, SJVN Ltd., and the Forest Department actively participated in the drive.

    Alongside plantation activities, awareness programmes were conducted to educate local communities about the importance of forest conservation, ecological balance, and sustainable environmental practices.

    The plantation mission forms part of the larger “Know Your TA Mela” initiative and will culminate during the event, highlighting the significant role played by Ecological Task Force units of the Territorial Army in environmental protection and sustainable development across the country.

    Officials said the campaign reflects a collective commitment towards creating greener landscapes and fostering environmental stewardship among citizens.