Authorities have emphasised the urgent need for developing more green zones in Patna, which is increasingly becoming a heat-stressed urban area dominated by concrete structures. Expanding green spaces, such as the Tarumitra bio-reserve, is seen as a way to improve the environment and reduce temperatures.

Plans under consideration include planting medicinal plants, implementing rainwater harvesting systems, constructing eco-friendly homes, and promoting solar energy usage. If implemented effectively, these measures are anticipated to help reduce both air and water pollution.

In a collaborative effort to address climate change, the Asian Development Research Institute (ADRI) is expected to partner with Tarumitra. The initiative aims to create a healthier and greener environment in Patna and its surrounding areas.

These efforts are projected to increase forest cover and green zones, offering environmental and health benefits to the city’s residents.

News source: Nursery Today