Sat May 24 11:17:28 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

An NGO called ‘Green Needa’ in Needamangalam, Tiruvarur district, is urging the Tamil Nadu state government to replant palm trees that have been uprooted during the de-silting of irrigation channels. The NGO highlights instances where both young and mature palm trees were uprooted during these works, specifically mentioning those along Vadakku Veli Vaikkal in Vanganagar village panchayat near Thiruthuraipoondi. Green Needa emphasizes the importance of replanting these trees to prevent soil erosion, preserve groundwater, and protect the state tree from extinction, suggesting coordination between forest officials and the departments involved in de-silting.

**News Article:**

**NGO Urges Tamil Nadu Government to Replant Uprooted Palm Trees During Irrigation Works**

**Tiruvarur, May 24, 2025:** Concerns are being raised over the uprooting of palm trees during de-silting operations in the Tiruvarur district of Tamil Nadu. ‘Green Needa’, an NGO dedicated to environmental conservation, has called on the state government to ensure the replanting of these trees.

According to M. Rajavelu, Chief Coordinator of Green Needa, numerous palm trees, both young and old, have been uprooted during the de-silting of irrigation channels across the delta region. He cited the uprooting of small palm trees along Vadakku Veli Vaikkal in Vanganagar village panchayat, near Thiruthuraipoondi as one instance.

“These uprooted palm trees can survive if replanted along the bunds,” Rajavelu stated. He further urged officials to coordinate with the forest department to prioritize the replanting efforts, highlighting the importance of protecting the state tree from potential decline.

Green Needa emphasized the vital role palm trees play in preserving groundwater and preventing soil erosion, underscoring the need for immediate action to safeguard these valuable natural resources. The NGO hopes their plea will result in swift and effective measures to replant the uprooted trees and ensure the long-term environmental health of the region.

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