DHAKA, July 24, 2026 (BSS) - Bangladesh's youth-led environmental initiative 'Mission Green Bangladesh' has earned international recognition for its 
nationwide "Tree Plantation in 64 Districts" campaign.

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) formally acknowledged the initiative as part of World Environment Day celebrations, citing its 
outstanding contribution to environmental conservation and climate change mitigation.

This achievement marks not only a milestone for Mission Green Bangladesh but also a significant recognition for the country's broader efforts in tackling 
climate challenges and advancing sustainable development. 

The campaign mobilized young volunteers across all districts to plant and preserve native species, while raising climate awareness among local 
communities. The UN recognition proves that grassroots environmental movements in Bangladesh can achieve global acclaim.

Organizers expressed gratitude to partner institutions including Bangladesh Environmental Lawyers Association (BELA), Center for Climate Change and 
Environmental Research (C3ER)-BRAC University, Waterkeepers Bangladesh, Center for Atmospheric Pollution Studies (CAPS), Society for Asian Circular 
Innovation Network, Swapnopuri Welfare Organization, Project Management Institute (PMI), and Sustainable Research and Consultancy Ltd. (SRCL).

Mission Green Bangladesh Executive Director Ahsan Rony said, "This UNEP recognition has increased our responsibility. Our journey to build a 
sustainable green Bangladesh will continue. Without the tireless efforts of thousands of volunteers, citizens, and partner organizations nationwide, this 
achievement would not have been possible. This success belongs to everyone."

On June 5, marking World Environment Day, the platform organized an unprecedented green campaign across the country. More than 4,000 volunteers 
from over 100 national and local environmental organizations participated in day-long tree plantation drives, human chains demanding environmental 
protection, and awareness programs in all 64 districts.

The campaign also featured public outreach activities such as distributing leaflets, staging human chains with placards, and citizen engagement in 
district level to highlight issues of air pollution, climate change, and environmental conservation.

Organizers said that the program is not limited to a single day but has evolved into a year-round civic movement for nurturing and preserving 
saplings.

Trees were planted in schools, colleges, religious institutions, households, and other locations suitable for long-term care.

Besides, fruit and forest saplings were distributed free of cost to underprivileged families as part of the initiative's community-based 
environmental approach.