The Miyawaki technique was originally evolved for specific ecological and climatic conditions, particularly in regions with high rainfall, humid environments, and comparatively stable native forest systems such as Japan. Applying it uniformly across ecologically fragile and semi-arid regions like Delhi raises important environmental concerns.
DelhiтАЩs ecological priority should be ecological restoration based on native biodiversity and long-term sustainability. For this Delhi needs two immediate interventionsтАФ
First- Removal and control of IAS such as Prosopis juliflora (Vilayati Babul) and Leucaena leucocephala (Subabul), which suppress native biodiversity, deplete groundwater, alter soil chemistry, and prevent regeneration of local ecosystems.
Second- Restoration of DelhiтАЩs indigenous AravalliтАУYamuna plain ecosystem through plantation of native, climate-resilient and community-supportive species, especially fruit-bearing and biodiversity-friendly trees.
Fruit and ficus species are especially important because they support birds, pollinators, urban wildlife, local food security, microclimate regulation, and groundwater recharge.
We must always keep in mind that a forest is not created merely by planting trees closely together; it emerges through restoration of soil ecology, hydrology, biodiversity, and coexistence with local climatic realities.
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It was a pleasure to speak at the Blavatnik School of Government on the subject of women , power and public life in India .
Engaging with students, researchers, faculty members, and young leaders from across the world on questions of representation, leadership, democracy, and public service was truly enriching.
Meaningful dialogue with young minds gives hope for a more inclusive and equitable future. Grateful for the thoughtful exchange of ideas and warm interaction throughout the session.
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Carry me back from Kedarnath dham to the foothill took off today at 6am
Three 5kg bags of bottle caps from top to Gaurikund
Those who are going to kedarnath & would like to carry some garbage/material contact +91 78078 05635 Vikram
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I will be speaking at the University of OxfordтАЩs Blavatnik School of Government on Friday, 1st May 2026, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM (UK Time) / 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM (India Time).
I look forward to an engaging interaction with the students, researchers, and faculty members at the school.
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Just in 7 days - collected 2.5 tons & compressed 1 tones of PET bottles
2-3 degrees of temperature at Kedarnath
raining & increasing numbers of yatriтАЩs everyday
Work continues but simply carry your bottle to reduce burden
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Another Saturday, Apna Abohar Apni Aabha & Team Green City Abohar. Do your bit for society, it does make a difference. Avoid single use plastic & as usual, lots of fun and laughter as well. Thank you @Team_SJ_ .