Indian Embassy Plants Trees in Kuwait as Part of 'Tree in the Name of Mother' Campaign
The Indian Embassy in Kuwait organized a tree-planting event in collaboration with local and international organizations as part of the 'Tree in the Name of Mother' campaign to enhance environmental sustainability.
Translated by Qiyas from السياسة — Original source
- With the participation of approximately 30 community associations to enhance sustainability and green spaces
The Embassy of the Republic of India in Kuwait, in collaboration with the organization "ARMS4U," organized a tree-planting event as part of the "Ike Bed Ma Ki Naam" (Plant a Tree in the Name of Mother) campaign, yesterday at Al-Abrag Park in the Adailiya area, with the participation of members of the Indian community and civil society organizations.
The initiative aimed to honor mothers, alongside "Mother Earth," through tree planting, emphasizing the importance of collective efforts in protecting the environment, enhancing the sustainability of urban spaces, and contributing to building a greener Kuwait.
The "Ike Bed Ma Ki Naam" campaign combines environmental responsibility with expressions of gratitude to mothers. It was launched by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 5, 2024, coinciding with World Environment Day, before spreading across India and several other countries, including Kuwait.
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During the event, Indian Ambassador Paramita Tripathi emphasized the importance of community participation in supporting environmental sustainability, calling for continued efforts to create greener and healthier public spaces.
She noted that the impact of such initiatives extends beyond improving the local environment; it also helps solidify a spirit of shared responsibility and enhance community engagement.
The Embassy clarified that the tree-planting initiative complements its broader efforts under the "Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign 6.0," implemented by the Indian government to promote cleanliness, environmental sustainability, green public spaces, and community participation, reflecting a focus on eco-friendly practices and collective civic responsibility.
The event saw the participation of the organization "ARMS4U," approximately 30 community associations, and the attendance of Mubarak Abdulaziz Al-Dhaime, a Senior Manager at Kuwait Projects Company (KIPCO).
The Embassy stated that the wide participation of various community organizations highlighted the importance of joint efforts in raising environmental awareness, promoting sustainability, and creating greener public spaces.
It added that the collaboration between the Indian Embassy, "ARMS4U," and the participating associations reaffirms a shared commitment to environmental responsibility and contributing to building a more sustainable and greener Kuwait.
The Embassy expressed its appreciation for the support and cooperation provided by "ARMS4U" in organizing the event, calling for the continuation of community initiatives under the "Tree in the Name of Mother" campaign, to contribute to enhancing environmental sustainability in Kuwait.
