Overview

• Babies born between July 1 and July 7 at government health facilities will each receive a sapling and a Green Gold Certificate under the state’s Van Mahotsav drive.
• Divisional forest officers are mobilizing district hospitals, community health centres and primary health centres to manage on-site distribution during institutional deliveries.
• Teak and sheesham species have been earmarked for the newborn planting kit to promote long-lasting and native tree growth.
• The Green Gold Certificate is designed as a lifelong reminder of a child’s bond with nature and the family’s shared responsibility for tree care.
• This newborn gifting scheme is part of a year-long effort to plant over 35 crore saplings across Uttar Pradesh, with the Lucknow division assigned the highest target.