{
  "id": 259615,
  "title": "Aravali hills conservation is a shared responsibility: Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/07/aravali-hills-conservation-is-a-shared-responsibility-haryana-cm",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-07T10:09:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Hindustan Times",
    "slug": "hindustan-times",
    "url": "https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/aravali-hills-conservation-is-a-shared-responsibility-haryana-cm-nayab-singh-saini-101786097390138.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Haryana's Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini emphasized that every family in the state should plant and nurture at least one tree to ensure the success of conservation efforts, not just the number of saplings planted. The second phase of the 77th State-Level Van Mahotsav, launched in Manesar, marked the beginning of the campaign across all 90 assembly constituencies, aiming to plant 1.40 crore saplings this year. Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav attended the event as the chief guest. Saini highlighted the ecological importance of the Aravali hills, urging citizens to consider the mountain range's role in protecting biodiversity, conserving water resources, and providing clean air. Haryana has already established 75 Namo Parks and is developing Oxy Vans and Panchvati plantations in various locations. The state also offers financial support to protect 5,360 heritage trees. Union Minister Yadav praised Haryana's efforts in environmental conservation, noting the Aravali ecosystem and Sultanpur Wetland as contributing to the region's identity. Forest Minister Rao Narbir Singh stressed the importance of community participation in afforestation, encouraging small behavioral changes for a greener Haryana.",
  "summary": "Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has called for greater public involvement in environmental conservation, urging every family in the state to plant and nurture at least one tree. Speaking at the launch of the second phase of the 77th State-Level Van Mahotsav, Saini emphasized that the success of plantation drives should be measured by the number of trees that survive and grow, rather than by the number of saplings planted. The state has set a target of planting 1.40 crore saplings under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ campaign, with the current financial year’s event attended by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav. Saini highlighted the ecological significance of the Aravali hills, stating that the ancient mountain range has protected biodiversity, conserved water resources, and provided clean air for generations. He also announced the development of 75 Namo Parks and Oxy Vans in district headquarters, as well as the establishment of Panchvati plantations and herbal parks across Haryana. Union Minister Yadav praised Haryana's efforts in environmental conservation, describing the state as a model for the National Capital Region.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}