PT Usha leads IOA's green push with 2036-tree Olympic Day drive

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA), under President PT Usha, has called for a nationwide drive to plant 2036 trees per state/UT association for Olympic Day, promoting sustainability and aligning with the IOC's 'Olympic Forest initiative'.

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has called upon all affiliated State and Union Territory Olympic Associations to organise a tree plantation drive planting 2036 trees each as part of this year's Olympic Day celebrations.

A Commitment to Sustainability

In a communication issued by the IOA President, PT Usha, the initiative aims to highlight the Olympic Movement's commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, while encouraging communities across the country to celebrate Olympic Day through meaningful environmental action. The nationwide plantation drive aligns with the International Olympic Committee's 'The Olympic Forest initiative' and reflects India's growing commitment to environmental stewardship through sport. The symbolic plantation of 2036 trees represents the Olympic Movement's aspiration to build a greener and more sustainable future.

Nationwide Collaboration and Engagement

State and UT Olympic Associations have been encouraged to collaborate with local sports bodies, educational institutions, athletes, youth organisations and government agencies to ensure broad participation and lasting impact. Plantation activities maybe organised in sports facilities, schools, parks and other public spaces to maximise community engagement.

Documenting the Collective Effort

The IOA has also requested affiliated units to document their activities and share briefs reports and photographs so that the collective nationwide effort can be showcased as part of India's Olympic Day celebrations.

The initiative reinforces the Olympic Movement's vision of building a better and healthier world through sport while promoting environmental sustainability for future generations. (ANI)

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