Jyotiraditya M. Scindia launched 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' app

App Launch and Purpose

• Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia launched the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' app on September 23, 2024
• Introduced during a press conference in New Delhi, covering achievements of Communications and DoNER Ministries
• Originally initiated by the Madhya Pradesh government in 2020
• Unique platform combining environmental sustainability with personal sentiment
• Encourages users to plant and dedicate trees in honor of their mothers
• Aims to promote reforestation, fight climate change, and increase community involvement in sustainable practices

Key Features and Functionality

• User-friendly interface for easy navigation and tree dedication
• Simple app launch with a recognizable icon leading to the home screen

Streamlined upload process:

• • Users provide name and select related ministry/department
  • Capture tree image using device camera
  • Input tree details including type, location, and planting occasion
• Automatic recording of location (latitude and longitude) and timestamp
• Flexible submission process allowing image retakes without losing entered data
• Progress tracking through 30-day update reminders
• Carbon credit monitoring to showcase environmental impact
• Social media integration for sharing and spreading awareness

Environmental and Social Impact

• Combines personal tribute with environmental responsibility
• Contributes to reforestation efforts and climate change mitigation
• Raises awareness about environmental issues through personal connections
• Encourages ongoing engagement with nature through tree growth updates
• Promotes eco-consciousness by tracking individual carbon credit contributions
• Fosters community involvement in sustainable practices
• Utilizes social media to amplify the initiative's reach and impact
• Creates a lasting legacy by connecting personal memories with environmental conservation