World Environment Day is celebrated on June 5 every year across the globe. First initiated by the United Nations in 1972, it promotes global awareness and action to protect the environment. On this occasion, let’s take a look at the eight greenest cities in India. (News18 Hindi)
Mysuru, Karnataka: Mysuru tops the list and is often referred to as the Greenest City of India. Known for its clean roads, abundant parks, and sustainable practices, Mysuru has set a strong example for urban greenery. (News18 Hindi)
Chandigarh: This Union Territory is the capital of both Haryana and Punjab. With its well-planned layout, wide roads, and tree-lined avenues, Chandigarh is famously called the ‘City Beautiful’. (News18 Hindi)
Gandhinagar, Gujarat: Gandhinagar, the capital of Gujarat, is India’s second most well-planned city after Chandigarh. It’s known for its extensive green cover and well-maintained parks, earning the nickname ‘Green City’. (News18 Hindi)
Indore, Madhya Pradesh: Repeatedly awarded as India’s cleanest city, Indore is also making strides in increasing its green spaces. Recently, it became the first city in MP to have a metro line, boosting eco-friendly transport. (News18 Hindi)
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh: Known as one of the cleanest and greenest capitals, Bhopal lies close to the Ratapani Tiger Reserve and is surrounded by forests. Madhya Pradesh also ranks first among Indian states for total forest area. (News18 Hindi)
Munnar, Kerala: Part of Kerala’s Idukki district, Munnar is a hill station known for its lush tea gardens and rich biodiversity. It is a popular destination for trekking and nature tourism. (News18 Hindi)
Guwahati, Assam: Located in the Northeast, Guwahati is known for the revered Kamakhya Temple and its natural surroundings. Its greenery and location by the Brahmaputra make it one of the greenest cities in the region. (News18 Hindi)
Jamshedpur, Jharkhand: Also known as Tatanagar, Jamshedpur is India’s first industrial city developed by the Tata Group. Despite its industrial status, it is rich in greenery and home to the Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary. (News18 Hindi)
