‘Meri Maati Mera Desh’ campaign
News
- The Indian government is planning to launch the ‘Meri Maati Mera Desh’ campaign in August.
What is the Campaign About?
- The ‘Meri Maati Mera Desh’ campaign is a culminating event for the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav,’ which celebrates 75 years of Indian Independence.
How will the Campaign be Executed?
- The campaign will involve various events and activities planned at different levels, including panchayat, village, block, urban local body, state, and national levels.
5 Point Agenda of the Campaign:
- Installation of a Shilaphalakam:
- A shilaphalakam is a memorial plaque bearing the names of those who made the supreme sacrifice for the country.
- Solemn Pledge Affirmation:
- Participants will take a solemn pledge affirming their commitment to India and its progress.
- ‘Vasudha Vandhan’:
- Every gram panchayat or village will renew its commitment to Mother Earth.
- This will involve planting 75 saplings of indigenous species and developing an Amrit Vatika (an ambrosial garden).
- ‘Veeron Ka Vandan’:
- The campaign aims to felicitate freedom fighters and the families of deceased freedom fighters, honoring their contributions to the nation.
- ‘Mitti Kalash’:
- Soil will be collected from various parts of the country.
- This collected soil will be used to build a garden along Kartavya Path in Delhi, symbolizing the unity and diversity of the nation. copyright©iasexpress.net
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