CM Yogi’s ‘Letter to Children’ Highlights Tree Plantation, Water Conservation and Green UP

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has reached out to children and youth through an open letter titled "Yogi Ki Paati" (Yogi's Letter). In this note, CM Yogi appeals that on birthdays or any special family occasion, every young person should plant at least one sapling, take full responsibility for it, and help strengthen environmental protection in Uttar Pradesh.

Addressing the younger generation directly, CM Yogi wrote, "Dear children, I want to tell you something special. Every year, whenever your birthday comes or there is any auspicious occasion in your home, express gratitude towards nature by planting at least one sapling. But remember, merely planting a sapling is not enough. Like a true guardian (parent), you should take complete care of it so that it can grow into a large tree."

CM Yogi letter to youth and children highlights green Uttar Pradesh vision

CM Yogi described the energy of Uttar Pradesh youth as the main strength behind a green and prosperous state. According to CM Yogi, young citizens must become the strongest support for water conservation, cleanliness drives, tree plantation, and the protection of life-giving rivers. This, CM Yogi noted, will secure both the environment and future generations together.

The letter also underlines that environmental and nature conservation form a basic pillar of Sanatan culture, or the eternal Hindu tradition. CM Yogi stressed that respecting nature is not a new concept for society. Instead, it is deeply rooted in traditional beliefs, daily practices, and community rituals. The appeal to plant trees is linked with this larger cultural duty towards nature.

CM Yogi letter to youth and children links culture and environment

Explaining the bond between Indian culture and the environment, CM Yogi wrote that Sanatan traditions include the worship of trees, mountains, sacred rivers, and even small creatures. The letter mentions that scriptures such as the Vedas and Puranas treat protection of nature as equal to worshipping God, showing how spiritual duty and ecological responsibility stand together.

CM Yogi further referred to the three cultural debts: 'Dev Rin' (debt owed to the Gods or divine forces), 'Rishi Rin' (debt owed to the sages), and 'Pitri Rin' (debt owed to the ancestors). CM Yogi stated that 'Dev Rin' is directly related to nature, the five elements (earth, water, fire, air, and space), and the environment. By safeguarding water, forests, land, and animals, society can discharge this debt. CM Yogi cited observances such as Vat Savitri Vrat (a religious fast associated with the banyan tree) and festivals such as Chhath Puja (a festival dedicated to the Sun God and nature) as examples of close ties with nature.

CM Yogi letter to youth and children details environmental steps in Uttar Pradesh

Along with the personal appeal, CM Yogi listed policy measures taken for environmental improvement in Uttar Pradesh. CM Yogi said the government is working on the principle "Jal Hai To Hum Hain" (If there is water, we exist, or simply, Water is life) and has achieved major results. The "Ek Janpad Ek Nadi Yojana" (One District, One River Scheme) is helping revive rivers across districts, with visible positive outcomes reported by the administration.

CM Yogi also mentioned that, including the historic Shekha Jheel Pakshi Abhyaranya (Shekha Lake Bird Sanctuary) in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh now has 12 Ramsar sites of international importance. CM Yogi urged every resident to support the conservation of water bodies and increase greenery. CM Yogi expressed that such collective efforts will help build a safer and more prosperous future for the state.