Shared Vision Rooted in Green: PM Modi and President Muizzu Join Hands in ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ for a Sustainable Tomorrow

 

When Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made his recent state visit to the Maldives, the two leaders took active part in a symbolic tree-planting ceremony in Sultan Park, Male. The ceremony, which is part of India's 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' (A Tree for Mother) initiative and the Maldives' 'Pledge of Five Million Trees' initiative, demonstrates their common commitment towards environmental protection and sustainability.

 

Tree Plantation as a Symbol of Cooperation

 

PM Modi and President Mohamed Muizzu together planted mango saplings, reflecting the spirit of environmental cooperation between the two countries. By doing so, they are indicating the significance they attach to climate action and green diplomacy as foundations of bilateral relations.

 

The move is in line with India's wider environmental objectives under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' scheme, which promotes the planting of trees for ecological balance and to fight climate change.

 

The Maldives' commitment to five million tree planting supplements this vision, underpinning regional cooperation for sustainable development and biodiversity preservation.

 

Strengthening Bilateral Relations through Sustainable Action

 

The tree planting was held during commemorations of 60 years of diplomatic relations and highlighted environmental cooperation as a fundamental pillar of the India-Maldives relationship.

 

The two leaders reaffirmed their pledge to tackle common challenges including vulnerability to climate change, disaster risk reduction, and protection of marine ecosystems.

 

This green initiative comes with several strategic agreements inked by India and Maldives, ranging from infrastructure development to digital integration and maritime security cooperation.

 

Strategic Significance of the Symbolic Event

 

The collaborative engagement in 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' mirrors their shared vision of sustainable development, climate resilience, and regional harmony.

 

It reflects India's growing presence in the Indian Ocean region via soft power and green diplomacy. The project promotes people-to-people relations by encouraging the communities in both nations to take part in conservation.

 

Sources: Ministry of External Affairs