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Massive Tree Plantation Campaign Held in Kaushambi in Memory of Late Rameshwar Prasad Tripathi

In a heartfelt tribute to the late Rameshwar Prasad Tripathi, a prominent figure in the community, a significant tree plantation campaign was organized by the Akhil Vishwa Gayatri Pariwar Shantikunj Haridwar and Uttar Pradesh Sanskrit Sansthan, Lucknow. The event took place on July 22, with a subsequent replanting session on July 30, resulting in a total of 21 saplings being lovingly placed into the earth.

Updated on: 8 August, 2023 5:25 PM IST By: Aysha Anam
Sujeet Chaurasiya - Farmer the Journalist. Photo Courtesy: Sujeet Chaurasiya

The driving force behind this noble initiative was Dr. K.K. Dnyaneshwar Tripathi, the son of the late Rameshwar Prasad Tripathi and co-in-charge of the youth cell at Gayatri Pariwar Kaushambi. Dr. Dnyaneshwar, who also serves as a language teacher and Sanskrit soldier at UP Sanskrit Sansthan Lucknow, expressed his commitment to planting a remarkable 108 trees each year. This goal, he revealed, was not solely a personal endeavor but an attempt to inspire others across the district and beyond.

Speaking with passion and dedication, Dr. Dnyaneshwar attributed his sense of duty to the teachings of his spiritual mentor, Yugrishi Pandit Shriram Sharma Acharya of World Gayatri Pariwar Shantikunj Haridwar. He shared his aspiration to carry forward the vision of environmental conservation championed by his Gurudev.

The tree plantation campaign gained further momentum with the active support and enthusiasm of Chief Secretary Jitendra Kumar Singh and UP Sanskrit Sansthan Director Vinay Srivastava. Their profound affection for Sanskrit language and culture served as a catalyst for the institute's impressive feat – the successful completion of a 3,000-tree plantation initiative.

The effort was not confined to a few individuals. A team of dedicated individuals, including Dr. Shakuntala Shakya, Administrative Officer Jagdanand Jha, Dinesh Kumar Mishra, Scheme Coordinator Anil Kumar Gautam, Trainer Coordinator Dhiraj Maithani, Radha Sharma, Divya Ranjan Ganesh Dutt, Associate Pooja Bajpai, and Savita Maurya, united to uphold the cause. Their unwavering commitment ensures that the tree plantation drive will extend far beyond its initial goal.

The campaign resonated deeply with the local community, as evidenced by the participation of Frak Jahan, the Regional Youth Welfare Officer, PRD Block Commander Alok Pandey, esteemed Lok Teacher Shyamu Tripathi, and enthusiastic members of Yuva Mangal Dal and Mahila Mandal Team. Their active involvement in planting saplings across various locations and their dedication to motivating others during enlightening seminars underscored the significance of the initiative.

As the memory of the late Rameshwar Prasad Tripathi continues to inspire, the tree plantation campaign in Kaushambi stands as a testament to the power of collective action and the enduring impact of individuals who dedicate themselves to the betterment of society and the environment.

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