Uttar Pradesh achieved a monumental environmental milestone by planting a record 36.51 crore saplings in a single day, surpassing the government's target, under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's leadership. The initiative, 'Ped Lagao, Ped Bachao Jan Abhiyan-2024,' symbolizes a commitment to sustainability and combatting global warming. Adityanath emphasized the importance of environmental protection, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call to plant trees in honor of Earth. The state's significant efforts in tree planting have garnered recognition, with over 168 crore saplings planted during the Yogi government's tenure. Farmers participating in the campaign receive grants and carbon credits to incentivize their crucial role in environmental conservation and combatting carbon emissions.