Seeking to increase green cover in the Union Territory, Lt Governor Kiran Bedi Sunday launched 'Mission Green Puducherry,' by planting saplings on the banks of the nearby Kanagan lake, on the occasion of her 70th birthday.
She was cheered by the residents of Delarshpet village, who also joined her to make the union territory green.
They also extended their birthday greetings.
Addressing the residents, the Lt Governor said, "My mission is to make Puducherry green, peaceful and prosperous."