In a heartwarming celebration of environmental stewardship and community participation, the Forest Department, Government of Uttar Pradesh, honoured young environmental champions with Letters of Appreciation at the Mini Forest opposite Metro Station Sector 137 (towards Exotica), Noida. The recognition was conferred by Shri Rajnikant Mittal, Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) and Member Secretary, District Plantation Committee, Gautam Buddh Nagar, in appreciation of the children's remarkable contribution towards the creation, plantation, and maintenance of the Mini Forest.

The event celebrated the growing role of children in environmental conservation and demonstrated how community-led initiatives can inspire the next generation to become responsible custodians of nature. Developed through the collective efforts of local residents, volunteers, NGOs, and Apartment Owners' Associations (AOAs), the Mini Forest has become a shining example of urban ecological restoration and citizen participation in Sector 137.

Young Green Champions Honoured

The following children received Letters of Appreciation for their dedication to plantation, environmental conservation, and the development of the Mini Forest:

• Pranav Varshney – Paramount Floraville

• Sayesha Gupta – Paramount Floraville

• Maryam Ahsan – Exotica Fresco

• Avir Rana – Paramount Floraville

• Mairah Shahid – Paramount Floraville

• Anika Sharma – Logix Blossoms

• Ishanvi Sharma – Ajnara Daffodil

• Paavni Sharma – Ajnara Daffodil

• Ayansh Batra – Paramount Floraville

• Ekaksha Gupta – Paramount Floraville

• Ahaana Shrivastava – Logix Blossoms

• Nikshith Shrivastava – Logix Blossoms

• Pragun Nigam – Paramount Floraville

• Sarthak Jha – Paras Tierra

• Kanishka Pathak – Paramount Floraville

• Aadya Anand – Paramount Floraville

• Children of Usha Kiran NGO

Each appreciation letter recognized not only the children's enthusiasm for tree plantation but also their commitment to nurturing saplings, protecting biodiversity, and creating a greener, healthier environment for the community.

Community Participation: The Driving Force Behind the Mini Forest

The felicitation ceremony witnessed enthusiastic participation from Apartment Owners' Associations, NGOs, and community leaders from across Sector 137, reflecting the spirit of collective environmental responsibility.

Distinguished AOA Representatives

• Gulshan Vivante AOA: Meher, Annada & Akhil Agarwal

• Exotica Fresco AOA: Shurojit Das Gupta

• Paramount Floraville AOA: Rashmi Sharma, Deepak Sharma, Vorish Varshney & Rajesh Kumar Yadav

• Ajnara Daffodil AOA: Reiena Singh & Naval

• Paras Tierra AOA: Shekhar Jha

Distinguished NGO Representatives

• Chhaya Sharma, Director, Usha Kiran NGO

• Sachin Gupta, YSS

Their continued support has been instrumental in encouraging children to participate in plantation drives, environmental awareness programmes, and community-led ecological restoration initiatives.

Dignitaries Grace the Occasion

The event was further honoured by the presence of:

• Shri Yogesh Singh, Representative of the Hon'ble MLA, Dadri

• Shri Ravi Chandra Shrivastava, General Secretary, BJP

• Shri Ehsaan Akhtar, Public Relations Coordinator, BJP Minority Morcha, Uttar Pradesh

Their presence reinforced the shared commitment of public representatives, civil society, and citizens towards environmental conservation and sustainable urban development.

Inspiring the Next Generation of Environmental Leaders

The Mini Forest at Sector 137 stands as a remarkable example of how government agencies, Resident Welfare Associations, NGOs, volunteers, and children can work together to restore urban biodiversity. Every sapling planted and nurtured by these young volunteers contributes to cleaner air, enhanced biodiversity, improved urban resilience, and a healthier environment for future generations.

The recognition bestowed by the Forest Department is more than an appreciation of individual efforts—it is an acknowledgment of the power of community participation in addressing environmental challenges. By celebrating these young Green Champions, the District Plantation Committee has inspired many more children to become active custodians of nature and ambassadors of sustainable living.

As these young environmental leaders continue to care for the Mini Forest, they are not only growing trees but also nurturing a culture of responsibility, environmental awareness, and hope for a greener tomorrow.

Congratulations to all the Young Green Champions! Your dedication proves that small hands can make a big difference, and together we are creating a greener, healthier, and more sustainable Gautam Buddh Nagar. 🌿🌳

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