In Madhya Pradesh, Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan initiated a program called “Ankur”, under which citizens who plant trees during the monsoon will be rewarded. Citizens participating in the program will receive a Pranvayu award to ensure public participation in the program.

During the rainy season, saplings will be planted.

Participants must upload a photo while planting the sapling and then upload another image after 30 days of caring for the sapling.

Winners will be selected from each district after verification to receive the Pranvayu Prize.

Citizens can participate in afforestation activities by registering on the Vayudoot app, which was launched by the state to manage the activities of the “Ankur” program.

The World Health Organization (WHO) awarded Dr Harsh Vardhan the “WHO Director-General’s Special Recognition Award” to recognise his achievements in tobacco control.