The Satakha Sub-division launched the second phase of its tree plantation drive on June 16, 2025. The distribution ceremony of saplings was held at the residence of Minister G Kaito Aye, Minister of Road and Bridges, Government of Nagaland.

This community-led initiative aims to promote greenery, improve the environment, combat climate change, and beautify Satakha subdivision. Minister G Kaito Aye generously sponsored 1,500 saplings for plantation in seven villages: Ghukiye, Nikuto, Xukhepu, Zungti, Kulhopu, Shoipu, and Nunumi, as well as Satakha Town and the surrounding National Highway 702A.

The distribution ceremony was attended by the Satakha Town Council, councillors, GBs, and council members of the seven villages.

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Kiyeto Zhimo, councillor of Satakha Town Council, expressed gratitude to Minister G. Kaito Aye for his initiative and sponsorship for 1500 saplings.

Kiyeto Zhimo noted that the Zunheboto District and Satakha had already observed World Environment Day on June 5, 2025, with a tree plantation drive along National Highway 702A.

Vishiho Zhimo, GB chairman of the Langki Kiliki Tokukukujo (LKT) Joint Council, thanked the minister for prioritizing the plantation drive in Satakha Sub-division. He informed that the saplings will be planted in all the approach roads of seven villages, Satakha Town, and surrounding National Highway 702A.

Earlier, on World Environment Day, Minister G. Kaito Aye had distributed 1,600 saplings to 16 villages and several individuals within the Satakha constituency, demonstrating his commitment to environmental conservation.