Agartala [Tripura], November 28 (ANI): US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, participated in a plantation drive at the Agartala Airport on Wednesday, where he planted a sapling. He appreciated the sentiment behind the initiative and also urged people to visit Tripura. Speaking to ANI, an official from the Airport Authority of India (AAI) said that AAI is actively involved in greenery initiatives.
As part of its 80th anniversary celebrations, the authority decided to plant 80,000 saplings across India. Also Read | Donald Trump Cabinet 2.0: US President-Elect Names Kolkata-Born Doctor-Researcher Jay Bhattacharya To Head Health Research Powerhouse.
He noted that at the Agartala airport alone, 1500 saplings were planted. "At AAI we take steps to work on the goal of zero emission", the official said. Also Read | Fake Pregnancy Scam Exposed in Nigeria: Scammers Pose As Medical Professionals, Offer 'Miracle Fertility Treatment' For USD 205; Woman 'Carries' Child For 15 Months.
He noted that the participation of the US Ambassador reflects that we are all working towards a greener planet and reducing emissions. Ambassador Eric Garcetti thanked the officials for their hospitality upon his arrival at the Agartala Airport. After the sapling plantation, Ambassador Eric Garcetti said, "There is no more powerful thing we can do than to plant something.
A seed for the future. These trees, we will see grow in this beautiful airport in this incredible state of Tripura". He said, "We love doin.
