The Abhay Narendra Lodha Foundation was established on January 18, 2010, and is a non-profit charitable organization. It was founded by Abhay Lodha, Chairman, Topworth Group, which is primarily in the business of manufacturing steel and iron products. As part of the Foundation’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) role, the Foundation has undertaken a number of environmental initiatives.
The ‘Plantation Drive’ that took place in 2022 was one of the initiatives undertaken by the Foundation under the aegis of the ‘Abhay Lodha’ of Topworth Group. Mr. Lodha was at the helm of the Foundation's Plantation Drive, which was a huge success.
Over 50,000 plants were planted in different areas of South Delhi, including the Okhla area. "We have a responsibility and a responsibility to protect the environment, no matter what it takes, no matter how we can, no matter how difficult it is, no matter what we can't do, no matter how much it costs, no matter how hard it is, it's our responsibility and our duty to protect the environment." Abhay Lodha said as he planted a sapling. Recent news and reports concerning the state of the environment are proving to be highly concerning, as the state of the ecosystem appears to be declining, and the Foundation's initiative is a positive step towards the improvement of the environment.
Plantation Drive, according to the foundation, helps tackle a wide range of environmental problems, including deforestation, soil degradation, semi-arid desertification, global warming, and the improvement of natural beauty and balance. The trees absorb pollutants and release oxygen, thereby increasing the oxygen supply. According to Topworth Group, plantation drive empowers citizens to improve their mental,
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