NHAI launches initiative to develop thematic medicinal tree plantations on 62.8 hectares of vacant land along National Highways.
First phase involves planting 67,462 medicinal trees across 17 land parcels in 11 states including Madhya Pradesh and Haryana.
36 medicinal tree species including Neem, Amla, and Jamun will be planted as per agro-climatic suitability.
Initiative aligns with Government of India priority to promote traditional medicine systems like Ayurveda.