Over 2.24 crore palmyrah seeds planted under Green Tamil Nadu Mission
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Why in news
The Environment and Forest Secretary of Tamil Nadu announced the planting of over 2.24 crore Palmyrah seeds under the Green Tamil Nadu Mission (GTM) to support climate adaptation.
Background
The Green Tamil Nadu Mission (GTM) facilitated the planting of over 2.24 crore Palmyrah seeds across the state. The initiative utilizes direct seeding into fields with minimal maintenance to allow for natural germination and long-term survival.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemeGreen Tamil Nadu Mission (GTM): State initiative for large-scale plantation and natural regeneration.
- FactOver 2.24 crore Palmyrah seeds were planted across Tamil Nadu.
- EnvironmentPalmyrah: Species promoted for climate adaptation and natural regeneration via direct seeding.
- PostSupriya Sahu: Environment and Forest Secretary of Tamil Nadu.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how large-scale plantation missions like the Green Tamil Nadu Mission contribute to climate adaptation and biodiversity conservation in coastal regions.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Ecological resilience: Promoting native species like Palmyrah for natural regeneration and soil stability
- Policy integration: Aligning state-level plantation targets with national climate adaptation goals
Keywords: Climate adaptation · Natural regeneration · Biodiversity conservation · Afforestation · Sustainable land management
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