Sri Vijaya Puram, July 9: The Department of Environment & Forest is observing 77th Van Mahotsav in these Islands from 1st July and will continue upto 31st July, 2026. As part of the observance, saplings shall be distributed free of cost from the Nurseries of Forest Extension & Publicity Division, Haddo. Further, planting activity at secured/fenced areas/land shall also be undertaken. Therefore, all the interested Departments/Organizations/Community, etc. who has secured/fenced areas, land under their control may call/intimate the Range Office, FE&P Range, Haddo over Phone No. 9474221485 or in person on any working days from 0700 hrs to 1400 hrs for the said purpose.