Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Mauritius PM Naveen Ramgoolam on Tuesday jointly planted a sapling. The two leaders planted the Aegle Marmelos or Wood Apple tree which is better known as Bael. PM Modi had undertaken a similar initiative during his visit to Guyana as well. Due to the incessant efforts of PM Modi, the initiative has resulted in planting of more than 1 billion trees in India. A total of over 27,500 trees have already been planted in around 136 countries across the world under this initiative, with PM himself having participated in tree plantation in two countries. Earlier in the day, PM Modi shared highlights of his visit so far, and commended how the great Bhojpuri language thrives in the culture of Mauritius. He also spoke of India’s strides in increasing forest cover over the past decade, which aligns with the nation’s quest for sustainable development. He was warmly received at the airport on arrival, and would address the Indian community and would also hold a meeting with the President of Mauritian, Anerood Jugnauth.