The town of Nambol witnessed a women-led tree plantation drive on Monday under the theme “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam / Upal ama Emagi Mingda”. The event, part of the ongoing “Women For Trees” campaign, was held at Kabowakching Makha Leikai Pukhri Achouba, a site currently undergoing rejuvenation under the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) 2.0. The programme was jointly organised by the Nambol Municipal Council, Town Planning Department, and the Manipur Urban Development Agency (MUDA), and drew active participation from a large number of Self-Help Group (SHG) women formed under the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Urban Livelihood Mission (DAY-NULM), alongside local residents.
The dignitaries present at the event included Ch. Basanta Singh, Caretaker Chairperson of Nambol Municipality, and Shri Nongthombam Benju Singh, Chief Town Planner and State Mission Director for AMRUT 2.0. Councillors of Nambol Municipal Council and senior officials from MUDA and the Town Planning Department also attended the programme. Speaking at the event, the Chief Town Planner emphasised the vital leadership role women play in promoting green urban growth and climate resilience. He encouraged SHGs to take full ownership of the newly planted saplings, not only as a tribute to their mothers but also as part of a larger commitment to urban environmental improvement. “These saplings are more than trees—they are living tributes to mothers and symbols of care, growth, and community responsibility,” he remarked.Under the initiative, around 170 saplings were planted and geo-tagged, allowing for consistent monitoring every three months. This monitoring framework ensures that each tree’s growth is tracked and cared for over the next two years, reinforcing the campaign’s long-term impact.
Caretaker Chairperson Ch. Basanta Singh also praised the enthusiasm of the participants, particularly the SHG members, for their dedication to Nambol’s green future. “By planting and nurturing these trees, you are not only honouring your mothers but building a legacy for future generations,” he said.The “Women For Trees” campaign, launched earlier on World Environment Day (June 5) in Imphal and followed by a similar drive at Mayang Imphal on June 20, continues to gain momentum across the state. Its core message is rooted in women-led climate action and sustainable urban development, aligning with the broader goals of AMRUT 2.0.
