On World Environment Day, Punjab Governor and Union Territory Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria led a significant tree plantation drive at Punjab Raj Bhavan, part of the nationwide 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This campaign encourages individuals to plant a tree in honor of their mothers, fostering a sense of environmental responsibility. During the event, Kataria planted an amla (gooseberry) sapling, while his wife, Anita Kataria, planted an amaltas (golden shower tree) sapling. Other attendees contributed by planting a variety of species, including gulmohar, jacaranda, guava, and pride of India saplings, selected for their ecological, ornamental, and medicinal benefits. In his address, Kataria stressed that environmental protection is a collective duty, urging citizens, particularly the youth, to engage in plantation and conservation activities. He highlighted the critical role trees play in maintaining ecological balance and improving air quality for future generations. Kataria reaffirmed the administration's commitment to promoting environmental sustainability in Chandigarh through ongoing plantation drives and biodiversity conservation efforts, encouraging greater citizen involvement in these initiatives.