Guwahati, June 12 -- By NE NOW NEWS

Aizawl: Mizoram Governor Vijay Kumar Singh on Thursday led the Green Mizoram Day plantation drive by planting a sapling of the state tree, Herhse (Mesua ferrea), at the Upper Lawn of Raj Bhavan in Aizawl.

Officials and staff of the Governor's Secretariat also participated in the programme by planting saplings at the venue.

Addressing the gathering, Singh described Green Mizoram Day as an important initiative for environmental protection and sustainable development. He urged people to continue planting saplings throughout the plantation season rather than restricting their efforts to a single day.

The Governor said Mizoram continues to enjoy rich forest cover and healthy ecosystems, and stressed the ...