The Vertical Garden, a green initiative under National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) by KFD was inaugurated on November 30.

The garden stretches along the footpath from Classic Island Junction to Box Cutting Junction where a total of 600 pots containing air-purifying plants were placed along this 750-meter stretch to improve air quality.

Following the inauguration, PCCF & HoFF Dharmendra Prakash IFS launched a QR code. In his address, Prakash mentioned the Forest Department’s forthcoming participation in the Hornbill Festival. He emphasized the vital role of the department, comparing it to a supplement for the care provided by a higher power. Underscoring the department’s distinctiveness, Prakash emphasized that today’s actions will have a profound impact on future generations. He also urged for concerted efforts to improve facilities and ensure their ongoing maintenance and security.

“This marks just the initial phase,” said Prakash suggesting that more extensive developments are on the horizon.

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As part of the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), various responsibilities were assigned to different departments including Rural Development, District Administration, KMC, PHED, Urban Development, and the Transport Department. The Department of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Nagaland was tasked with developing green cover, one aspect of which involves Urban Greening through Vertical Gardens. The focus is on combating air pollution by planting air purifying flora to reduce air contaminants.

Subsequently, there were reports of theft involving pots and flowers, compelling the department to urge the public to refrain from such actions. Rev. Lodiho Thapo Pastor, Viswema Baptist Church blessed the program with a prayer.