Current Affairs - Environment - Discussion

Ahmedabad created a Guinness World Record by planting 361,000 saplings in just one hour using the Miyawaki afforestation method. The plantation drive was organised by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) on July 12, 2026, at Bhadaj near the Gota-Godhavi Canal with the participation of more than 25,000 volunteers. Around 35 indigenous tree species suitable for Gujarat's climate were planted to promote biodiversity and ecological restoration. The Miyawaki method enables dense forest growth in smaller areas with minimal maintenance, making it an effective approach for increasing green cover and combating climate change.