Only 35.95% Success Rate: Are Jharkhand’s Schools Failing the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ Initiative?

Jharkhand’s government schools have significantly underperformed in the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ plantation drive, achieving only 35.95% of their target by the September deadline. While Gumla district leads in implementation, Sahibganj lags far behind. Officials emphasize the need for improved monitoring and timely reporting to foster environmental responsibility among students and schools.