Urban Nature Restoration and Community Green Projects in Delhi and Mohali

德里與莫哈利的城市自然恢復與社區綠化計畫

Jul 7, 2026, 15:03
AsiaEnvironment

Introduction

The Delhi government has launched a detailed plan to restore the city's environment between 2026 and 2030, while the city of Mohali recently held a community-led event called Greenathon 2026.

德里政府啟動了一項詳細計畫，旨在 2026 年至 2030 年間恢復城市環境，而莫哈利市近期則舉辦了一場由社區主導的活動，名為「2026 綠色馬拉松」(Greenathon 2026)。

Main Body

The Delhi administration's Eco-restoration Plan (2026–2030) is a scientific project designed to repair the capital's Ridge ecosystems. This initiative follows the national 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign and is based on a plan created by the Forest Research Institute in Dehradun. The goal is to plant more than ten million native trees across 6,303.55 hectares. Specifically, the first phase in 2026-27 will focus on the Southern and Central Ridge by planting 2.856 million trees and removing harmful invasive species. Furthermore, the government will build eight water bodies to help refill groundwater and create eight special forests to teach people about biodiversity.

德里行政部門的「生態恢復計畫 (2026–2030)」是一項科學計畫，旨在修復首都的山脊 (Ridge) 生態系統。此倡議遵循全國性的「以樹名母」(Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam) 活動，並根據德拉敦森林研究所制定的計畫執行。目標是在 6,303.55 公頃的土地上種植超過一千萬棵本土樹木。具體而言，2026-27 年的第一階段將著重於南部與中部山脊，種植 285.6 萬棵樹並清除有害的入侵物種。此外，政府將建設八個水體以協助補充地下水，並建立八座特別森林以向大眾普及生物多樣性知識。

In addition to the Ridge project, 'Mission Green Delhi' aims to plant 7 million more saplings for public institutions and citizens. To reduce air pollution, the 'Dust Free Delhi Campaign' involves several agencies, such as the MCD and NHAI, to plant 2.435 million trees along main roads. To make this easier, a Green Drive Portal has been created for volunteers to register. Meanwhile, in Mohali, the Greenathon 2026 event showed the importance of local action. This event included a cycle rally and a planting drive, where citizens worked with the Punjab forest department to increase the region's green cover.

除了山脊計畫外，「綠色德里任務」(Mission Green Delhi) 旨在為公共機構與公民種植另外 700 萬棵樹苗。為了減少空氣污染，「無塵德里行動」(Dust Free Delhi Campaign) 由 MCD 和 NHAI 等多個機構參與，在主幹道沿線種植 243.5 萬棵樹。為了提高便利性，政府建立了「綠色驅動門戶」(Green Drive Portal) 供志願者登記。與此同時，莫哈利的「2026 綠色馬拉松」活動展示了在地行動的重要性。此次活動包括單車巡遊與植樹行動，公民與旁遮普森林部門合作，增加該地區的綠化覆蓋率。

Conclusion

While Delhi is starting a large-scale government project to fix its environment, Mohali is focusing on sustainability through community activities.

當德里正啟動大規模政府計畫來修復環境時，莫哈利則透過社區活動專注於永續發展。

Vocabulary Learning

🚀 Leveling Up: From 'Simple Lists' to 'Complex Connections'

An A2 student usually says: "Delhi has a plan. They want to plant trees. Mohali had an event."

To reach B2, you must stop using short, choppy sentences and start using Logical Connectors. These are the "glue" that makes your English sound professional and fluid.

🧩 The "Glue" found in this text:

  1. Adding Information (Beyond 'And')

    • The Text: "Furthermore, the government will build eight water bodies..."
    • The B2 Secret: Use Furthermore or In addition to when you want to add a new, important point to a formal argument. It signals to the reader: "I have more evidence to provide."

  2. Showing Contrast (Beyond 'But')

    • The Text: "While Delhi is starting a large-scale government project... Mohali is focusing on sustainability..."
    • The B2 Secret: Starting a sentence with While allows you to compare two different situations in one single breath. It creates a sophisticated balance in your writing.

  3. Specifying Details (Beyond 'Like')

    • The Text: "Specifically, the first phase... will focus on the Southern and Central Ridge..."
    • The B2 Secret: Use Specifically when you are moving from a general idea (a big plan) to a precise detail (dates, locations, or numbers). This is a hallmark of academic and business English.

💡 Quick Transformation Guide

A2 Style (Basic)➡️B2 Style (Fluent)
Delhi is planting trees. They are also cleaning the air.→\rightarrowDelhi is planting trees; furthermore, they are implementing a dust-free campaign.
Delhi has a big project, but Mohali has small events.→\rightarrowWhile Delhi manages a large-scale project, Mohali focuses on community-led action.
The plan is for the city. It starts in 2026.→\rightarrowThe plan is for the city. Specifically, the first phase begins in 2026.

Vocabulary Learning

restore (v.)
To bring something back to its original condition or state.
Example:The city plans to restore the damaged forest to its former glory.
initiative (n.)
A new plan or process started to achieve a particular goal.
Example:The government's new initiative aims to reduce plastic waste in the ocean.
native (adj.)
Coming from or living in a particular place naturally, rather than being brought there from elsewhere.
Example:It is important to plant native species to protect the local ecosystem.
invasive (adj.)
Tending to spread quickly and cause harm to the environment or native species.
Example:The gardeners worked hard to remove invasive weeds from the park.
biodiversity (n.)
The variety of plant and animal life in a particular habitat or in the world.
Example:Protecting the rainforest is essential for maintaining global biodiversity.
institution (n.)
A large organization such as a university, bank, or government department.
Example:The saplings were distributed among several public institutions.
sustainability (n.)
The quality of being able to continue over a long period of time without harming the environment.
Example:The project focuses on sustainability to ensure the forest survives for future generations.
Practice B2 words in a crossword→