Appreciation ceremony held for Ma. Yoganathan, who nurtured lakhs of tree saplings at Pollachi private college

An appreciation ceremony was held at NGM College, Pollachi, for Ma. Yoganathan, a government bus driver who nurtured lakhs of tree saplings. The event took place on September 23, with notable attendees.


Coimbatore: An appreciation ceremony was held today (September 23) at NGM College in Pollachi, Coimbatore district, to honor Ma. Yoganathan, a government bus driver and environmental activist who has nurtured lakhs of tree saplings.



The event was attended by Pollachi Member of Parliament K. Eswaran, who delivered a special address and presented a memento to Yoganathan in recognition of his remarkable efforts in environmental conservation.

Pollachi Municipal Chairperson Shyamala Navaneetha Krishnan was also present at the ceremony, lending support to the recognition of Yoganathan's contributions to green initiatives.

Ma. Yoganathan, often referred to as a 'Green Warrior', has gained recognition for his dedication to nurturing and planting a vast number of tree saplings. His efforts at the private college in Pollachi have significantly contributed to increasing the green cover in the area.



The appreciation ceremony not only highlighted Yoganathan's personal achievements but also served as an inspiration for others to engage in environmental conservation activities. It underscored the importance of individual efforts in combating climate change and promoting a greener environment.

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