Sharda University Conducts Tree Plantation Drive, Plants 500 Saplings

Sharda University's Estate Department and various faculties, in collaboration with Info Edge India, organized a tree plantation drive. During this event, 500 saplings, including Neem, Peepal, Pilkhan, Mango, Chiku, Pomegranate, Jamun, Banyan, and Gulmohar, were planted. Faculty members and international students participated in the event, inspiring and raising awareness about the benefits of planting trees among the local community.

P.K. Gupta, Chancellor, Sharda University emphasized “the importance of trees in reducing pollution and providing essential oxygen. He highlighted that the decrease in the number of trees on Earth is leading to an increase in toxic air, causing various diseases. Trees not only provide oxygen but also offer fruits, shade, and valuable timber. He stated that tree plantation can help mitigate global warming. Gupta also stressed the need for regular care of the planted trees, as many plants perish without proper nurturing. Awareness about tree plantation has been spread for years, and now the focus should also be on their maintenance”.

 Dr. R. C. Singh , Dean Academic Affairs, Sharda University “drew an analogy, stating that just as the body requires food for nutrition, the environment needs trees to remain pure. Trees absorb environmental impurities and provide us with pure, life-sustaining air. To maintain this continuity, more trees should be planted. Dr. Singh mentioned that it is a moral responsibility of every individual to protect the environment. He urged everyone to come forward, plant trees, and inspire others to do the same. For environmental conservation, everyone should plant at least one tree in their lifetime”.

The event was attended by Y.K. Gupta Pro-Chancellor, Sharda University; Vivek Gupta Registrar, Sharda University;  , Dr. Ritu Sood, Dr. Ajit Kumar, R.D. Sahe, Dr. Pramod Kumar, Dr. Kapil Dave, ADC Ashok Kumar, along with various department heads and deans.