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    Namo Van Manesar and Land Reforms Drive Decisive Action in October 2025

    Mohit ReddyBy No Comments4 Mins Read

    New Delhi [India], October 2: October kicked off with a bang. Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav laid the foundation of Namo Van Manesar, while the Government of Gujarat prepared for a nationwide National Conference on Land Administration and Disaster Management. Two events, one message: India means business on conservation and governance.

    Namo Van Manesar Foundation Laid

    On October 2, 2025, Manesar got a green upgrade. Yadav, joined by Haryana Cabinet Minister Rao Narbir Singh, unveiled the foundation stone of Namo Van, part of Wildlife Week 2025, which runs from October 2 to 8.

    The ceremony included a plantation drive under Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam. Students, forest officers, journalists, social workers, and local stakeholders planted saplings and received recognition for their efforts in forest and wildlife conservation.

    In a social media post on X, Yadav reminded citizens why Wildlife Week matters: to spotlight India’s flora and fauna and inspire action. This year’s theme, Sewa Parv, emphasizes environmental service as a civic duty.

    National Conference on Land Administration and Disaster Management

    While Haryana focused on trees, Gujarat focused on governance. The Department of Land Resources, Ministry of Rural Development, teamed with the Gujarat Revenue Department to host a two-day National Conference on October 3 and 4 at Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar.

    Chief Guest: Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. Guest of Honor: Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan. Other notable participants: Dr. Jayanti S. Ravi, Manoj Joshi, and Pankaj Joshi.

    Key conference topics included:

    • Modernizing revenue laws
    • Upgrading land records and urban registries
    • Re-engineering revenue court cases
    • Disaster management best practices
    • Resurvey efforts and human resource planning

    The conference also saw the launch of the RO Diary Mobile Application, the inauguration of the Integrated Land Administration system, the distribution of SVAMITVA cards, safety kits for nomadic families, and MoU signings with academic institutions for establishing Centres of Excellence.

    Why These Moves Matter

    Namo Van Manesar is not just a tree-planting exercise. In industrializing Haryana, each sapling is a step against habitat loss, pollution, and civic apathy. It is visible, inclusive, and action-driven.

    Gandhinagar’s conference is more than meetings and speeches. Modern land administration is the backbone of disaster readiness, urban planning, and rural development. Launching apps and systems signals a government serious about implementation, not just discussion.

    In both cases, the message is clear: India wants tangible, measurable progress. One project breathes life into soil and wildlife. The other optimises the management of that land.

    Citizen and Official Engagement

    Both events had a strong human angle:

    • Manesar: school students planting trees, forest officers guiding, journalists reporting
    • Gandhinagar: officials and experts collaborating, sharing strategies, creating actionable plans

    Recognition of contributors reinforces participation and shows that public involvement is essential.

    The Context

    • Haryana: Namo Van provides a green buffer in rapidly industrializing zones and acts as a model for other urban areas.
    • Gujarat: Efficient land records and disaster management systems reduce disputes, improve rural development, and prepare communities for natural events.

    These events show a trend of government projects aiming to deliver visible results rather than just announcements.

    Takeaway

    Here is the blunt truth: these are small wins in a large country, but execution signals intent. From forests in Haryana to land systems in Gujarat, October 2025 is shaping up as a month of action, accountability, and citizen engagement.

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