🌱 What Happened
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Padma Shri awardee Dr. Saalumarada Thimmakka, popularly known as ‘The Mother of Trees,’ has dedicated her life to planting and nurturing trees along a 4-kilometer stretch of highway in Karnataka, India. Born in a poor family in Hulikal village, Dr. Thimmakka, along with her late husband, began planting trees in barren land over 60 years ago.
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💡 Impact
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Today, the once barren landscape is now a lush, green canopy of over 8,000 trees, providing a haven for local wildlife and a source of shade for travellers. The project has also increased local groundwater levels, further benefiting the community.
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- Revitalized a 4-kilometer stretch of wasteland in Karnataka
- Planted and nurtured over 8,000 trees
- Increased local groundwater levels
- Recognized by the Indian government with a Padma Shri award
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📍 The Bigger Picture
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Dr. Thimmakka’s efforts demonstrate the power of individual initiative in creating positive environmental change. Her story serves as a source of inspiration for others to act and make a difference in their communities.
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Read more about Dr. Thimmakka’s inspiring story here.
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Let’s all contribute to a greener planet for the generations to come.