Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University has issued instructions regarding the AKTU Tree Plantation Campaign 2026 for the academic year 2026–27. The circular asks institutions associated with AKTU to participate in the state plantation programme and work toward the plantation targets assigned under the wider Uttar Pradesh tree plantation campaign.
The state-level campaign has a target of planting 35 crore saplings during 2026–27. For institutions associated with AKTU, the university has set a target of 500 saplings per institution and has asked colleges to ensure proper implementation, monitoring and reporting of plantation activities.
AKTU Tree Plantation Campaign 2026 Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| University | Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University |
| Circular Date | 23 July 2026 |
| Academic Year | 2026–27 |
| Campaign | Tree Plantation Campaign / Vriksharopan Mahabhiyan 2026 |
| State-Level Target | 35 crore saplings |
| Target for AKTU Institutions | 500 saplings per institution |
| Special Campaign | Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam |
| Major Plantation Date Referenced | 12 July 2026 |
| Applicable To | Institutions associated with AKTU |
| Reporting | Plantation progress and compliance to be maintained and submitted |
What Has AKTU Announced?
AKTU has directed the heads of its associated institutions to ensure participation in the tree plantation programme for 2026–27.
The university communication refers to instructions issued by the Uttar Pradesh Technical Education Department and the Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department regarding implementation of the state’s large-scale plantation campaign.
Institutions are expected to follow the prescribed plantation directions, achieve their assigned targets and maintain the required records so that consolidated compliance information can be provided to the government.
500 Saplings Target for Each AKTU Institution
A major requirement in the circular is the plantation target assigned to institutions associated with the university.
Each institution has been given a target of:
500 saplings during the 2026–27 plantation campaign.
Colleges and institutes are therefore expected to organise plantation activities on their campuses or other suitable locations and ensure that the assigned target is achieved.
The circular also stresses that plantation should not be treated only as a one-day activity. Institutions are expected to ensure the survival, protection and maintenance of planted saplings.
35 Crore Tree Plantation Target in Uttar Pradesh
The AKTU circular refers to the Uttar Pradesh government’s wider target of planting 35 crore saplings during 2026–27.
Government review meetings were held under the chairmanship of the Chief Minister regarding preparation and implementation of this large-scale plantation drive.
As part of the campaign, 12 July 2026 was identified for a major one-day plantation programme across the state.
The attached government directions called for the plantation of 35 crore saplings on that day, with plantation activities scheduled from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, or according to timing determined by the respective District Magistrate.
Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam Campaign
The plantation programme is also linked with the “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” campaign.
Under the instructions referenced by AKTU, plantation activities are to be conducted under this theme as part of Vriksharopan Mahabhiyan 2026.
Institutions are expected to encourage participation by students, faculty members and other stakeholders so that tree plantation becomes a wider public and institutional activity.
What AKTU Colleges Need to Do
AKTU-associated institutions are expected to take several actions under the plantation campaign:
- Participate in the plantation programme for 2026–27.
- Work toward planting 500 saplings per institution.
- Conduct plantation activities under the prescribed campaign guidelines.
- Encourage participation by students and institutional staff.
- Maintain information about the saplings planted.
- Ensure geotagging of plantation locations or planted saplings as instructed.
- Maintain records of plantation numbers and activities.
- Take steps for the protection and maintenance of planted saplings.
- Submit or make available plantation-related information in the prescribed format.
- Follow further instructions issued by the university and concerned government departments.
Participation of Students and Educational Institutions
The government directions attached with the circular give special importance to the participation of school and college students.
Universities, colleges, medical colleges, schools and other educational institutions are expected to actively involve students in plantation activities.
Institutions may also organise awareness programmes and workshops related to tree plantation and environmental protection to encourage meaningful participation.
For AKTU-affiliated institutions, this means colleges should involve their academic community rather than limiting implementation only to administrative staff.
Plantation of Suitable Tree Species
The attached government directions encourage plantation of a wide range of useful, native and environmentally important species.
Species referred to in the instructions include:
- Peepal
- Pakad
- Banyan
- Neem
- Jamun
- Imli
- Bael
- Arjun
- Sahjan
- Mango
- Mahua
- Amla
The directions also encourage plantation of shade-giving, fruit-bearing, medicinal and environmentally important species.
Native species are to be given preference in plantation activities.
Geotagging and Monitoring of Plantation
Monitoring is an important part of the campaign.
The directions require plantation sites and planted saplings to be geotagged so that plantation activity can be properly recorded and monitored.
Institutions are also expected to maintain information about plantation progress and help ensure that the planted saplings survive after the initial plantation activity.
This means the campaign involves both planting and subsequent monitoring rather than simply recording the number of saplings planted.
Protection and Maintenance of Saplings
Institutions are expected to make arrangements for protecting planted saplings.
Depending on local requirements, these measures may include:
- Fencing
- Tree guards
- Other protective arrangements
- Watering
- Regular maintenance
The government directions give priority to the survival and upkeep of planted trees after plantation.
Plantation Progress Reporting
AKTU has asked institutions to provide compliance and plantation-related information so that the university can consolidate the data and report progress to the concerned authorities.
The circular contains a Google Form link for submitting the required information.
The university has also instructed concerned officials to collect plantation information through the prescribed ERP format and maintain a plantation count register.
Institutions should therefore ensure that their reported plantation figures match their actual plantation activities and records.
Annexure of Institutions
The circular includes a detailed annexure containing institute codes and names of institutions associated with AKTU.
The annexure extends across multiple pages and contains 722 institution entries, covering engineering, management, architecture, pharmacy and other affiliated institutions.
Institutions included in the annexure should review the university’s plantation instructions and ensure that their assigned responsibilities are completed.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Earlier Government Review Meeting | 3 May 2026 |
| AKTU Circular Referenced | 12 June 2026 |
| State-Level Review Meeting | 3 July 2026 |
| Further Review Meeting | 6 July 2026 |
| Major One-Day Plantation Programme | 12 July 2026 |
| Technical Education Department Communication | 17 July 2026 |
| Current AKTU Circular | 23 July 2026 |
| Campaign Period | 2026–27 |
Key Points for AKTU Institutions
Institutions should particularly note the following:
- The plantation campaign applies during 2026–27.
- Uttar Pradesh has set a statewide target of 35 crore saplings.
- AKTU-associated institutions have been assigned a target of 500 saplings per institution.
- Plantation activities are linked with Vriksharopan Mahabhiyan 2026 and Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam.
- Students and institutional staff should be encouraged to participate.
- Plantation records and progress should be properly maintained.
- Geotagging of plantation activity is required under the referenced instructions.
- Protection, watering and maintenance of planted saplings should receive priority.
- Institutions are expected to provide compliance information to the university.
Official Circular Details
The AKTU circular is dated 23 July 2026 and concerns the successful implementation of the tree plantation campaign for the year 2026–27.
It is addressed to the Chairpersons, Directors and Principals of institutions associated with Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University.
The circular refers to earlier communications of the Uttar Pradesh Technical Education Department and state Environment, Forest and Climate Change Department regarding the 35 crore plantation campaign.
The communication is signed by Reena Singh, Registrar, and asks concerned institutions and university officials to ensure proper implementation, collection of plantation information and maintenance of records.
Official Circular Document
Official AKTU Circular and Website
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the AKTU Tree Plantation Campaign 2026?
The **AKTU Tree Plantation Campaign 2026** is AKTU’s institutional plantation initiative for 2026–27 under the wider Uttar Pradesh tree plantation campaign. Affiliated institutions have been asked to participate and achieve their assigned plantation targets.
How many saplings does each AKTU institution have to plant?
The circular sets a target of **500 saplings per institution** for institutions associated with AKTU during the 2026–27 plantation programme.
What is the 35 crore plantation target?
The Uttar Pradesh government has set a statewide target of planting **35 crore saplings** as part of the 2026–27 tree plantation campaign.
What is Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam?
**Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam** is the campaign theme referenced in the plantation instructions. Institutions are encouraged to carry out plantation activities under this theme as part of Vriksharopan Mahabhiyan 2026.
Do AKTU colleges need to geotag planted saplings?
Yes. The directions referred to in the circular require geotagging of plantation sites or planted saplings for monitoring and reporting purposes.
Are students expected to participate in the plantation campaign?
Yes. The government instructions give priority to participation by students of educational institutions, and AKTU institutions are expected to encourage student involvement in plantation activities.
Do colleges need to report their plantation progress?
Yes. Institutions are expected to maintain plantation records and provide the required compliance information so that AKTU can consolidate and forward the plantation progress to the concerned authorities.
