Agartala, June 5 -- The Red Shield Division under the Spear Corps commemorated World Environment Day 2026 with a comprehensive Swachhata Campaign and Mass Tree Plantation Drive, reaffirming the Indian Army's commitment towards environmental conservation and sustainable development.

The initiative was conducted in consonance with the global observance of World Environment Day and aimed at promoting environmental stewardship, enhancing green cover and fostering awareness on climate action among troops, families and the local community.

The programme commenced with a large-scale tree plantation drive across military stations and selected community areas. A variety of native and climate-resilient saplings, including Neem, Peepal and Gulmoha...