IOA urges states to plant trees to mark Olympic Day

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has called upon all affiliated State and Union Territory Olympic Associations to organise a tree plantation drive, planting 2036 trees each as part of this year’s Olympic Day celebrations.
Olympic Day is a global celebration of sport and getting active. It takes place on June 23 every year to commemorate the day the International Olympic Committee was founded in 1894, the birth of the modern Olympic Games. The first Olympic Day was celebrated in 1948.
In a communication issued by IOA President P. T. Usha, “the initiative aims to highlight the Olympic Movement’s commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility, while encouraging communities across the country to celebrate Olympic Day through meaningful environmental action,” the IOA stated in a release.
State and UT Olympic Associations have been encouraged to collaborate with local sports bodies, educational institutions, athletes, youth organisations and government agencies to ensure broad participation and lasting impact.