PM Narendra Modi and his Mauritian counterpart Navinchandra Ramgoolam planted a tree at the Botanical Garden in Mauritius on Tuesday. The event was part of the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ initiative, promoting tree planting in honour of mothers. The initiative reflects PM Modi’s ongoing commitment to environmental conservation. The campaign’s impact has extended beyond national borders, with over 27,500 trees planted in 136 countries worldwide. PM Modi is on a two-day state visit to Mauritius, where he will participate as the chief guest in the nation’s National Day celebrations. His visit will also include meetings with top dignitaries, including Mauritius’ former Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth, and the signing of agreements to strengthen bilateral ties. The Botanic Garden, formerly known as the Royal Botanic Gardens, Pamplemousses, was renamed in September 1988 on the 88th birth anniversary of Sir Seewoosagur Ram goolam, who also served as the Governor General of Mauritius.