Haritha Haram
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Agriculture,Rural & Environment,Environmental management and protection,Pollution and waste management
Target Beneficiaries
All
Brief Description
The objective of the Haritha Haram program is to increase the green cover of the state from the existing 24% to 33% by planting and nurturing millions of saplings every year. The program also aims to create awareness among the public about the importance of preserving and protecting the environment.
Benefit Type
In Kind
Eligibility Criteria
Haritha Haram is a flagship program initiated by the government of Telangana in India, aimed at increasing the green cover in the state. The eligibility criteria for Haritha Haram program vary based on the type of participant. Individuals: Any individual who wishes to participate in the program can do so by volunteering for tree plantation drives organized by the government or by planting saplings on their own. There are no specific eligibility criteria for individuals. NGOs: Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) working in the field of environmental conservation can participate in the program by partnering with the government. The NGOs should be registered and actively involved in environmental conservation activities. Educational institutions: Schools, colleges, and universities can participate in the program by organizing tree plantation drives on their campuses or by adopting a nearby forest area. The educational institution should have the necessary infrastructure and resources to undertake such activities. Government departments: Various government departments such as the forest department, municipal corporation, and public works department can participate in the program by taking up plantation activities in their respective areas of operation. Corporates: Companies can participate in the program by partnering with the government or by organizing tree plantation drives in their corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities. The companies should have a valid CSR policy and should be actively involved in environmental conservation activities. In summary, there are no specific eligibility criteria for individuals to participate in the Haritha Haram program. However, NGOs, educational institutions, government departments, and corporates need to meet certain criteria related to their registration status, infrastructure, and involvement in environmental conservation activities.
Application Mode
Offline
Required Documents
- The documents required to participate in the Haritha Haram program depend on the type of participant. Here are the general documents that may be needed:
- Individuals : There are no specific documents required for individuals to participate in the program. However, they may need to sign a declaration form pledging their commitment to the program and agreeing to follow the guidelines provided by the government.
- NGOs: NGOs need to provide the following documents:
- - Registration certificate of the organization
- - Memorandum of association and articles of association
- - Annual report of the organization
- - List of office bearers
- - PAN card of the organization
- - Bank account details of the organization
- - Educational institutions: Educational institutions need to provide the following documents:
- - Letter of authorization from the head of the institution
- - Details of the infrastructure available for plantation activities
- - PAN card of the institution
- - Bank account details of the institution
- Government departments: Government departments need to provide the following documents:
- - Letter of authorization from the head of the department
- - Details of the area of operation and the resources available for plantation activities
- - PAN card of the department
- - Bank account details of the department
- Corporates: Corporates need to provide the following documents:
- - Certificate of incorporation
- - Memorandum of association and articles of association
- - CSR policy of the company
- - PAN card of the company
- - Bank account details of the company
- Participants may also need to provide other documents such as identity proof, address proof, and photographs as per the requirements of the government. It is advisable to check with the respective district forest officer for the specific documents needed for participation in the program.
FAQs
Where can I find details about the nearest nursery?
The details of the nursery (ies) can be found in the search box under the ‘MIS’ tab.
Is it possible to find species available in a nursery?
Nursery-wise, species wise stock can be obtained from nursery database located under ‘MIS’ tab.
How can I find the availability of species of my choice?
The availability of species required can be ascertained by using ‘Species Search’ option available under ‘MIS’ tab.
Where can I find information regarding nursery at district level.?
The Divisional Forest Officers, and Social Forestry Divisions in respective Districts are designated District Nodal officers for Telangana Ku Haritha Haram programme. Contact details can be found under the ‘Contact us’ tab under ‘District’ option. Further, printed copies of nursery directory will be available in all the Gram Panchayats.
Where can I find Action Plan for my Constituency/District/Mandal/Village Action Plan?
The Action Plans can be accessed from ‘MIS’ tab under ‘Action Plans’ option
How can I register a planting site after identification?
A Planting site can only be registered by a Government Department Participating in Telangana Ku Haritha Haram programme. Sites included in the District Action Plan can be registered under site registration form available under Plantation option of MIS tab. Only after a site is registered planting can be reported.
Where can I provide feedback about the programme?
Feedback on TKHH can be provided from ‘Contact us’ tab under ‘feedback’ option.
What is Haritha Haram?
Haritha Haram is a flagship program initiated by the government of Telangana in India aimed at increasing the green cover in the state. The program aims to plant millions of trees every year to increase the forest cover, improve air quality, and provide ecological stability.
What is the objective of Haritha Haram?
The objective of Haritha Haram is to increase the green cover in Telangana from the current 24% to 33% by planting millions of trees every year. The program aims to improve the ecological stability of the state, provide better air quality, and mitigate the effects of climate change.
Who can participate in Haritha Haram?
Individuals, NGOs, educational institutions, government departments, and corporates can participate in Haritha Haram program.
What are the benefits of participating in Haritha Haram?
Participants of Haritha Haram program can contribute to environmental conservation, improve air quality, and mitigate the effects of climate change. They can also contribute to the ecological stability of the state and create a sustainable environment for future generations.
How can I participate in Haritha Haram?
Individuals can participate by volunteering for tree plantation drives organized by the government or by planting saplings on their own. NGOs, educational institutions, government departments, and corporates need to contact the district forest officer (DFO) of their respective district and express their willingness to participate in the program.
What kind of trees are planted under Haritha Haram?
The trees planted under Haritha Haram program include both native and non-native species such as neem, teak, peepal, banyan, tamarind, eucalyptus, and others.
What is the timeline for Haritha Haram program?
The Haritha Haram program is an ongoing initiative, and there is no specific timeline for the program. The government aims to continue the program until the desired green cover of 33% is achieved in the state.
How is Haritha Haram funded?
The Haritha Haram program is funded by the government of Telangana through its budgetary allocation. The government may also seek contributions from corporates and other stakeholders for the program.