Janak Palta McGilligan's 76th Green birthday celebrated by planting 76 tree saplings | Indore

The plantation was like a festival in which children, young men, women, elders from every section of the society, from nearby villages, Indore, Delhi, Bangalore participated with great enthusiasm and love. This plantation was a rare celebration of Janak Didi and her love, dedication and goodwill towards nature.
At the beginning of the program, Mrs. Vidyawati Rawat got Janak Didi to light the lamp and Dr. Bharat Rawat blew the conch. After the Bahá'í prayer by Priya Sharma, Janak Didi sang the Bahá'í prayer of thanksgiving to God, Aryama Sanyal offered the Bengali prayer. After this, after devotional songs by Gautam Kale's Sangeet Gurukul disciples Gurusha Himanshu, Amit, Rajas, Sagar and Shubham Prakriti Vandan, everyone planted saplings. World renowned cardiologist Dr. Bharat Rawat Rawat said, "Janak Didi's birthday is celebrated with great joy every year with tree plantation at sharp 9.30 in the morning with many friends. I like it very much - celebrating the birthday with simple simplicity - No cake, no candles - no party - just an effort to make the earth a little greener! The environment has a huge impact on our health. Many diseases like heart and lung disease and cancer are caused by pollution. By reducing pollution we Many diseases can be avoided. An effort is made to keep the mind and thoughts healthy through conch sound and prayers. In the end everyone returned home smiling - because as return gift everyone was given jute bags - on which it was written - "May you smile today."

According to the former airport director who participated in this occasion from Noida, "Nature is our life, if we save it then we will be saved. This collective effort of everyone under the inspiration and guidance of Janak Didi is very commendable. Today our earth is facing problems like global warming. To solve this problem, it is very important to plant saplings and save trees. "
Dr. Sonal Sisodia, Principal of Business School of Daily College, says - I had the good fortune to participate in the very inspiring program of tree plantation organized to commemorate the 76th birthday of renowned environmentalist and Padma Shri awardee Janak Palta Didi. As an academic, I am deeply aware of the vital role such individuals play in shaping our understanding and appreciation of the natural world. The event was full of excitement and went beyond just celebration. Young and old, armed with shovels and enthusiasm, came together to plant Neem saplings – a symbol of hope, renewal and commitment to a greener future. It was a tree planting ceremony, a celebration of environmental consciousness, a testament to the power of individual action, and a beacon of hope for a greener future. By integrating such events into our educational landscape, we can nurture a generation of environmentally conscious citizens equipped with the knowledge, values and skills to address the challenges facing our planet. ,
Virendra Goel ji , trustee of Jimmy and Janak Foundation for Sustainable Development said, “The idea of sustainable development can be meaningful only when it is reflected in our daily activities. Janak Didi is a living role model for this. In the last four-five years, this bare hill has But the saplings we planted together on Didi's birthday and the greenery that is now visible, one day we will definitely be able to enjoy it in the form of a dense forest."
Shri Najeeb Shah, (former) Chairman, Customs and Central Excise Board, and Smt. Neerja Shah, (former) Member, Customs and Central Excise Board, Bangalore, also participated in the Green Celbration by staying here for two days, planting saplings expressed “Janak Behan ji we are proud that we have been associated with you and late Jimmy McGilligan ! Wish you good health and long life ,the world needs more Noble Souls like you !
Indore's well-known anchor , Sanjay Patel joined his family and said, " It was a great relief to be among peace, love, cooperation and goodwill here in the lap of nature."
Couldn't write down everyone's names! You see who was in the photo
After the program, the home made snacks were completely chemical free and healthy! Zero waste, plastic free! Team Swaaha of Indore and the youth of all the villages served! Water tankers were sent from the biological bridge and are always sent later, without which it is impossible, hearty thanks to everyone!