Mahakumbh 2025: ‘Oxygen Forest’ Featuring 150,000 Plants to Promote a Green Kumbh
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Prayagraj, Dec 5 (NationPress) Mahakumbh 2025 is poised to deliver an exceptional and revitalizing experience for devotees from around the world, highlighted by the establishment of a high-density ‘oxygen forest’ in Mahakumbhnagar.
This green initiative, comprising 150,000 plants, not only beautifies the area but also guarantees a plentiful supply of oxygen, ensuring an unforgettable experience for all attendees.
Following the directives of Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, initiatives are in motion to transform key intersections in Mahakumbhnagar and the main highways into ‘green zones’.
DFO Prayagraj Arvind Kumar Yadav stated: "Under CM Yogi Adityanath's leadership, preparations are geared towards making this year's Mahakumbh spiritual, refreshing, and grand. A target of planting 149,620 saplings has been established, with 137,964 already planted. The entire plantation project is set to conclude by December 10."
"A significant feature will be the 50,000 saplings that will welcome devotees upon their arrival at Mahakumbh, providing a scenic delight for both local and international guests. The forest department is diligently working to ensure a vibrant and lush Mahakumbhnagar, with plants being positioned along every road and intersection. Mahakumbhnagar will be fully green before Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit."
Alok Kumar Pandey, the IT Head of the Forest Department in Prayagraj, mentioned: "The access routes connecting Mahakumbhnagar to the city are being enhanced with decorative plants. Various projects are underway, including the installation of 50,000 cement tree guards, 10,000 round iron guards, and 2,500 square iron guards as part of this thematic planting initiative."
"A high-density oxygen forest is being developed in Saraswati Hi-Tech City, functioning both as an oxygen bank and a city forest. A total of 87,120 plants are being planted across 20 hectares in this region, which is expected to become a major attraction for both domestic and international tourists," he added.
About 2,500 plants have already been placed in the urban area of Mahakumbhnagar, with primary focus on the Prayagraj-Ayodhya and Prayagraj-Varanasi roads, in addition to other important routes such as those leading to Lucknow, Mirzapur, Rewa, and Banda.
Along the banks of the Ganga, 10,000 saplings are being planted, with special attention given to the beautification of Pakka Ghat and the banks of Jhunsi, Arail, and Phaphamau. The Karchana range, extending from the urban area of Mahakumbhnagar to Hi-Tech City, is seeing the planting of approximately 2,500 saplings, including Gul Mohar, Kachnar, and Amaltas.
As part of the Green Mahakumbh initiative, extensive planting is taking place throughout Mahakumbhnagar.
The banks of the Ganga River are being transformed into lush green areas, with 3,000 Arjun plants being planted along the left bank. Meanwhile, Gul Mohar and Kanji plants are being cultivated along the southern bank of the Sangam, encompassing Prayag and Soraon.
The Karchana range is being enriched with 2,000 saplings, while 1,700 Arjun and Kachnar saplings are being planted along the banks of the Ganga River and on routes connecting Jhunsi, Kakra-Lilapur, and Phulpur.
Additionally, 1,800 Arjun and Peepal saplings are being planted along the Phaphamau-Sahson-Hanumanganj and Prayagraj-Gorakhpur roads, further enhancing the green cover in the region.
