A tree planting and conservation initiative was launched Wednesday along Marine Drive, from Kollupitiya Railway Station to Wellawatte, in observance of World Environment Day.
The project, part of the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme, is being led by the Clean Sri Lanka Secretariat Office. On its first day, 1,600 Takkada (Scaevola taccada) saplings were planted, with a target of reaching 6,000.
Scaevola taccada, listed as a threatened species on the Red Data List, is known for its resistance to saline environments. The plant grows up to six feet and is considered suitable for urban settings due to its dense foliage and compact size.
The project involves state institutions, private sector organizations and members of the public. Participating agencies include the Sri Lanka Army, Sri Lanka Police, Sri Lanka Railways, Road Development Authority, Urban Development Authority and Colombo Municipal Council. It is sponsored by LB Finance PLC and Hemsandu Marketing Company.
Colombo Municipal Councillor Vraie Cally Balthazaar and Senior Additional Secretary to the President G.M.R.D. Appuhamy were among those in attendance.
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