TN Launches Urban Greening Policy 2026 for Climate-Resilient Cities

• Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin launched the state Urban Greening Policy 2026 on Friday.
• The policy aims to build climate-resilient, livable, and sustainable cities by enhancing urban green cover.
• It addresses challenges like rapid urbanization, urban heat island effects, declining air quality, and loss of urban biodiversity.
• ULBs will aim for a minimum of 15% green cover and explore levying a green fee for activities.
• The policy aligns with the state's Climate Change Vision and ongoing greening initiatives, including the Green Tamil Nadu Mission.