NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday planted the Kadamb sapling presented as a special gift by King Charles III of the UK on his birthday, at his official residence of #7, Lok Kalyan Marg.
The sapling symbolising friendship and shared commitment to environmental sustainability between the two nations was given to the Prime Minister by King Charles on Wednesday, September 17, on his 75th birthday. The Kadamb tree, which was presented by King Charles, was inspired by the βEk Ped Maa Ke Naamβ initiative. On Wednesday, the British High Commission shared the details about the gift in a post on X.
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βHis Majesty The King has been graciously pleased to send a Kadamb tree to Indiaβs Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday. The gesture, inspired by PM Modiβs βEk Ped Maa Ke Naamβ initiative, reflects their shared commitment to environmental conservation,β the High Commission said.
The UK High Commission, in another post, further highlighted how, earlier during PM Modiβs visit to the UK in July this year, he had gifted King Charles a βSonomaβ tree. βDuring his visit to the UK in July, PM Modi gifted His Majesty The King a βSonomaβ tree as part of the same initiative. Collaboration on climate and clean energy is a key pillar of the Commonwealth and the UK-India partnership as set out by the two PMs in Vision 2035.β
The essence of the βEk Ped Maa Ke Naamβ initiative is to plant a tree in oneβs motherβs name symbolically. As per an official statement by the Government of India, this simple act serves a dual purpose β honouring the role of mothers in nurturing life and contributing to the health of the planet.
Trees are the foundation of life, and like a mother, they provide nourishment, protection, and a future for the next generation. Through this initiative, people can plant a tree in honour of their mothers, creating a lasting memorial, while also addressing the urgent need for environmental protection. (ANI)
