Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0
Every tree planted is a gift to the future. But what if it also became a tribute to someone who gave us life? That is the simple and beautiful idea behind Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0, a nationwide campaign launched by the Ministry of Education under the Eco Clubs for Mission LiFE. It encourages students and citizens to plant a tree in the name of their mother.
The idea began in 2023 and after a positive response from schools and students across the country, the campaign returned in 2025 with an even bigger goal. The target is to plant 10 crore trees across the nation between 5th June and 30th September 2025. There is a clear message behind this campaign: respect for our mothers and respect for nature go hand in hand. Through this initiative, students are not only creating a lasting memory in honour of their mother, but also are addressing the pressing need for environmental preservation.
What is Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam?
The campaign urges students to plant a sapling and dedicate it to their mother. Schools are encouraged to participate by forming Eco Clubs or engaging their already established Eco Clubs. Students are invited to plant trees, take a selfie with their mothers and the plant, and upload it on the official website. Participants will also receive an e-certificate.
Behind this simple activity lies a deep meaning. It brings together emotional values, environmental action, and community participation. It also connects students more closely to nature while involving families and schools.
Why should Schools Join the Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam Campaign?
There is a growing need for students to become environmentally conscious. Furthermore, the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 also emphasises the critical importance of integrating environmental awareness and sustainability principles into school curricula. There are many reasons why schools should actively take part in Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0.
- – Environmental awareness: One of the simplest activities for combating climate change is planting trees. Through this campaign, students will understand the importance of trees, rich biodiversity and sustainability.
- – Emotional connection: Dedicating the tree to one’s mother makes the activity more personal. Furthermore, it also creates a positive emotional memory around nature and learning.
- – Skill-based learning: Experts have created educational modules for different levels (Preparatory, Middle, and Secondary). The activities are meaningful and fun, such as puzzles, flora mapping, and maintaining a nutrition garden. These modules promote observation, care, and responsibility.
- – Community building: With the involvement of mothers, teachers and students, this campaign becomes a shared mission. Schools can organise events, host plantation drives, and display student efforts in assemblies or exhibitions.
- – Recognition: The portal helps track every uploaded picture. Schools can use the real-time dashboard to see their contribution and compare their efforts with other schools. Moreover, it will not only bring visibility but also motivate them to do better.
How to Participate?
- Form or activate the school’s Eco Club
- Carefully choose saplings that are suitable for the local area
- Plant the sapling with your mother or any maternal figure
- Take a photo while planting the sapling
- Upload the picture on the portal to receive your e-certificate.
Additionally, the teachers should also encourage students to take care of their sapling, observe its growth by maintaining a journal. This will extend the learning beyond a one-time event.
Aligned with NEP 2020 and Mission LiFE
Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam campaign supports the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which encourages experiential learning and environmental education. Notably, it falls under the larger Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment), which promotes sustainable habits and planet-friendly actions among all citizens.
By making the act of planting emotional and participatory, this campaign goes beyond theory. It makes children feel that their small actions matter and connects them to a larger purpose.
Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam 2.0 is not just a campaign. It is an invitation to pause, plant, and protect. However, when students plant a tree in their mother’s name, they honour both the person who raised them and the planet that sustains them.
Let us encourage more schools, teachers, and students to be part of this. Let every sapling planted be a promise to our mothers, to our Earth, and to the generations to come.
For more information, visit: ecoclubs.education.gov.in