Lumbini World Peace Forum marks International Youth Day by planting trees

By TRN Online, Kathmandu, Aug. 13: In commemoration of International Youth Day 2023, Lumbini World Peace Forum organized a tree-planting event at United Nations Park in Jwagal, Lalitpur.

The event held on Saturday saw the participation of over 100 enthusiastic youths.

Dr. Birendra Prasad Mahato, Minister of Forest and Environment graced the occasion by planting a Kapur Tree, symbolizing growth and sustainable development, according to the press release issued by the Forum.

This initiative was part of Lumbini World Peace Forum's ongoing "1 Million Trees Plantation and Conservation Campaign," which has been making strides since 2019.

The event demonstrated the commitment of young individuals to environmental conservation and global harmony. By planting trees, they contribute to a sustainable future and a peaceful world, read the press release.

Observed every year on August 12, the IYD offers a platform to honor the qualities of youth and the potential that they hold towards development of a nation and the world as a whole. The day also acknowledges the challenges faced by them and to eliminate the issues. A lot of contribution is made by young people towards community development, in protection of environment and volunteering on various social projects.

The theme of this year’s International Youth Day is “Green Skills for Youth: Towards a Sustainable World.”