Meri Maati Mera Desh Campaign
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Prelims
Overview
- News in Brief
- Meri Maati Mera Desh Campaign
Why in the News?
The Centre had announced a series of events across the country under the banner of the ‘Meri Maati Mera Desh’ campaign to mark the anniversary of India’s independence in August.
News in Brief
- The campaign aims to celebrate the diversity and unity of the nation, as well as to honour the sacrifices and contributions of freedom fighters and martyrs.
- Under this, plants of more than 53 species have been planted at ‘Bharat Kunj’ Bambusetum spread across 12,000 square metres of land on the Yamuna floodplain.
Meri Maati Mera Desh Campaign
- The ‘Meri Maati Mera Desh’ campaign is a part of the larger ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’ initiative launched by the Centre earlier this year to commemorate 75 years of India’s independence.
- The initiative aims to showcase India’s progress and potential in various fields, as well as to inspire and empower the youth to contribute towards nation-building.
- The Centre has invited people from all walks of life to participate in the campaign by sending soil samples from their native places or places of historical significance to the Ministry of Culture. The soil samples will be collected at various centres and then transported to Delhi for the creation of the garden.
- The events will focus on spreading awareness and appreciation of India’s rich heritage, culture, history and achievements.
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