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Kohima: Chedema village marked World Environment Day on June 5 by shifting the focus from simply planting new trees to ensuring the survival of existing ones. Rather than prioritizing high planting numbers, residents, students, and local organizations spent the day weeding, watering, and mulching saplings from previous environmental drives.
The community initiative brought together various groups, including the Chedema Students Union, pupils from the Government Primary School, and volunteers from Don Bosco College, Kohima. Personnel from the 105 Battalion of the Border Security Force also joined the effort. Managing Director of KOHIMAS Hospital, Dr. Keneilhoulie Medom, stressed the importance of long-term stewardship, noting that "survival matters more than numbers."
Beyond maintenance, the group transplanted hundreds of cosmos flower saplings along the village road. Organizers expect these flowers to bloom within 60 days, creating a vibrant entrance for visitors. Dr. Medom praised the collaboration between the military and local youth, stating that the project was a genuine commitment rather than a temporary photo opportunity.
Participants pledged to continue returning to the site to provide ongoing care. As Dr. Medom emphasized, the true spirit of World Environment Day lies in consistent dedication to the environment rather than observing a single date on the calendar.
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