Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 1: Environment Protection Day was organized at Raj Bhavan. On this occasion, the Governor honoured the renowned industrialist and National Vice President of the Republican Party of India, Shri Krishna Milan Shukla ji, who planted 11,000 saplings in Mumbai and surrounding areas.

In this dignified program, along with Governor H.E. Bhagat Singh Koshyari, Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment Shri Ramdas Athawale was also present. He honoured Shri Krishna Milan Shukla by giving him a memento for the work done for environmental protection. The Deputy Commissioner of Police, Navi Mumbai, Mr. Mangane, as well as a large number of Maharashtra government officials were present during the program. It is noteworthy that every year environmental protection is organized across the country. By preserving the deteriorating environment, clean air and water can be provided to the next generation.