Branching Out Together: India & UN-Habitat Root for a Greener Kuwait

In a significant step towards environmental sustainability and global solidarity, the Embassy of India in Kuwait, in collaboration with UN-Habitat, organized a large-scale tree plantation drive at the Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Natural Reserve on May 3, 2025. This initiative is part of the worldwide “Plant for Mother (Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam)” campaign, inspired by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call to honor mothers by planting trees, and has already seen over 1.4 billion saplings planted globally.

 

Key Points

 

Event Details

 

The tree planting campaign took place on May 3, 2025, at Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Natural Reserve, one of Kuwait's most important ecological locations.

 

The event was co-organized by UN-Habitat and the Embassy of India in Kuwait.

 

The campaign is part of the global "Plant for Mother" campaign inaugurated by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on World Environment Day 2024.

 

Participation and Symbolism

 

Guests present were the Governor of Jahra, H.E. Hamad Jassim Al-Habashi, UN-Habitat and IOM representatives in Kuwait, ambassadors from a number of countries, and members of the public.

 

The guests planted indigenous saplings like Rhanterium epapposum, Calligonum comosum, and Acacia gerrardii.

 

Every sapling was labeled with a placard inscribed with the name of the participant's mother, representing love, appreciation, and the role of mothers as nurturers.

 

Global Impact

 

The "Plant for Mother" campaign has led to the planting of more than 1.4 billion trees globally, galvanizing communities and leaders from continents to act on climate change.

 

The program promotes shared responsibility for safeguarding the environment and fighting climate change.

 

Community Engagement

 

The activity sought to create awareness about the environment and encourage both Kuwaiti nationals and expatriate communities to be involved in environmental protection.

 

The Indian Embassy issued an open invitation to everyone, highlighting the common values of appreciation, sharing, and environmental stewardship. 

 

Sources: Arab Times Kuwait, Times Kuwait, Arab Times Online