Planting for Equality and Ecology: Special Drive at Kasan Lake

On 8th March 2025, at the rejuvenated Kasan Lake in Manesar, Haryana, Gramin Vikas Trust (GVT) led a meaningful plantation drive in collaboration with SBI Cards and women-led Self-Help Groups (SHGs), commemorating International Women’s Day. Over 150 indigenous trees and shrubs were planted, reflecting a deep commitment to both ecological restoration and women’s empowerment. The event was attended by GVT CEO Shri Rajeev Kumar Kansal, Shri Tejbir Singh (Sr. Manager, Marketing), officials from GVT and the Municipal Corporation of Manesar, along with members of the local community. Young girls from the local village, shared inspiring stories of resilience, turning the event into a celebration of collective strength and sustainability. The initiative stood as a powerful symbol of how inclusive community efforts can nurture both the environment and social harmony.