April in Delhi marks the transition into the hot summer months, with temperatures steadily climbing. As the city braces for the coming heatwaves, the tree plantation drive took on even greater significance. Delhi has long struggled with the effects of extreme heat, and with temperatures regularly exceeding 40°C, the need for urban greenery has never been more urgent.

By planting native and climate- resilient trees, this initiative directly helps to cool urban spaces, improve air quality, and reduce the effects of the Urban Heat Island. These trees will act as nature’s air conditioners, offering shade, restoring balance, and providing a refreshing counter to the rising heat.

The plantation of these saplings is not just about beautification—it’s about finding real solutions to the growing climate challenges of urban heat. Trees play a critical role in absorbing carbon dioxide, lowering temperatures, and improving air quality—all of which are crucial for a city like Delhi, which faces the harsh realities of climate change every year.