The Nagar Van Yojana (NVY) was launched by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India, in 2020. The primary objective of this initiative is to enhance urban greenery, improve the quality of life, and promote social cohesion in cities.
Achievements in the First 100 Days
- Target: Approval of 100 Nagar Vans
- Outcome: Surpassed target with 111 Nagar Vans sanctioned
- Geographical Spread: Covering 6 States and 1 Union Territory (UT)
Features of Nagar Van Yojana
- Financial Assistance: ₹4 lakh per hectare for the creation and maintenance of urban forests.
- Area Specifications: Each Nagar Van covers between 10 hectares to 50 hectares.
- Target Audience: All cities with Municipal Corporations, Municipalities, and Urban Local Bodies (ULBs).
Focus on Biodiversity
- Biodiversity Emphasis: Planting of fruit-bearing, medicinal, and native species.
- Community Participation: Involvement of citizens, students, and stakeholders in management.
- Minimum Coverage: At least two-thirds of each Nagar Van area must be under tree cover.
Components of Nagar Vans
- Biodiversity Parks
- Smriti Vans
- Butterfly Conservatories
- Herbal Gardens
- Matri Vans created under Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam
Future Goals
The Nagar Van Yojana aims to develop 1000 Nagar Vans by 2027 with support from the National Fund of the National Compensatory Afforestation Management and Planning Authority (National CAMPA). This initiative seeks to:
- Protect forest land from degradation and encroachment.
- Address environmental issues such as air pollution, urban heat islands, loss of biodiversity, and habitat degradation.
Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam Campaign
Campaign Launch
- Date: June 5, 2024 (World Environment Day)
- Initiator: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
- Purpose: To encourage tree planting as a tribute to maternal figures and promote environmental stewardship.
Campaign Goals
- Plantation Targets:
- 80 crore trees by the end of September 2024
- 140 crore trees by March 2025
- MeriLiFE Portal: A platform for individuals and organizations to upload details of plantation efforts and track progress.
Achievements
- Over 75 crore saplings have been planted under this campaign.
Recent Activities
On September 17, 2024, a tree plantation drive was organized under Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam in newly approved Nagar Vans across various cities to create Matri Vans. This initiative aims to transform urban areas into eco-friendly spaces promoting sustainability and well-being through active participation from citizens, government agencies, and private entities.
Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs):
- What was the target for Nagar Vans approved during the first 100 days of the Government?
- A) 50
- B) 100
- C) 150
- D) 200
Answer: B) 100
- How many Nagar Vans were actually sanctioned in the first 100 days?
- A) 100
- B) 111
- C) 150
- D) 200
Answer: B) 111
- What is the financial assistance provided per hectare for the creation and maintenance of urban forests under NVY?
- A) ₹2 lakh
- B) ₹4 lakh
- C) ₹6 lakh
- D) ₹8 lakh
Answer: B) ₹4 lakh
- What is the total number of Nagar Vans aimed to be developed by 2027?
- A) 500
- B) 800
- C) 1000
- D) 1200
Answer: C) 1000
- What was the target for tree plantation under the Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam campaign by September 2024?
- A) 50 crore
- B) 80 crore
- C) 100 crore
- D) 120 crore
Answer: B) 80 crore