Ongole SP urges public to safeguard newly-planted saplings
The Superintendent of Police in Ongole, V. Harshavardhan Raju, has launched a tree plantation drive called 'Mission Harithandra' and urged citizens to take personal responsibility for the survival of saplings. He also encouraged the public to reduce fuel consumption and eliminate single-use plastics to improve environmental health.
Why it matters
Local government initiatives like this highlight the role of law enforcement in promoting environmental stewardship and community engagement.
Superintendent of Police (Prakasam) V. Harshavardhan Raju has urged the public to go beyond planting saplings and to take ownership in safeguarding them. As part of ‘Mission Harithandra’, Mr. Raju launched the tree plantation drive by planting a few saplings at the District Police Office here on Wednesday.
While several such drives were taken up in the past, Mr. Raju pointed to the need of safeguarding them up to a certain stage and taking the responsibility for their growth in the initial stages. “Growing trees gives life to fellow creatures and strengthens the biodiversity around us. The earth will be cleaner and greener with so many trees in our vicinity,” Mr. Raju said.
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