People of all age groups – 6 months to 80-year-olds, kids, teens, college students, youngsters, elders from different parts of Bengaluru came together and participated with great zeal and a strong determination to save the forest. It was a clear message from all – we care, we understand our responsibility, we will save the Forest and we are with #SaveTuralli in this endeavor. Many of the participants were connected to Turahalli forest in various ways over the last many decades – be it Planting new saplings, watering the plants, helping in case of forest fires, cleaning wastes littered around or just sighting the majestic Peacocks that is available in plenty here.
One of the main themes of this event was zero waste, as promised the participants ensured that there is no littering at all. It was heartening to see a few participants involving themselves in a plog run to collect trash during their run. Bananas were provided as energy boosters after the run. A few participants took the banana peels for making organic liquid fertilizers for the plants. The awareness to not litter and keep the environment clean was another way to show that we Care.
The event would not have been possible without the able support of our Police department and we are very thankful for their support and contribution for this cause.
We would like to wholeheartedly thank hundreds of volunteers for toiling hard and making this happen in such a short span of time and believing in our Common cause. This was a celebration of people coming together peacefully reassuring Mother Nature that – We are here for you.