Dehradun, July 1 -- Garhwal Post Bureau

Pithoragarh, 30 Jun: In a significant initiative towards environmental conservation, disaster risk reduction, and sustainable development, 130 Infantry Battalion (Territorial Army) Ecological Kumaon successfully conducted a special plantation drive of 10,000 saplings in the landslide-affected Deval Village of Pithoragarh district today. The campaign witnessed enthusiastic participation from the State Forest Department, ex-servicemen, local villagers, public representatives, and members of various social organisations, reflecting a collective commitment towards environmental protection.

Deval Village is a geographically fragile and landslide-prone area where recurring landslides and falling boulder...