Tenneco Clean Air India Launches ‘Vriksharopan Abhiyan’ in Pune with Plantation of 5,000 Saplings

Tenneco Clean Air India, in collaboration with the 15th Battalion of the Jat Regiment and Vaghmi Foundation, today launched Vriksharopan Abhiyan, a large-scale tree plantation initiative at the Jat Regiment premises in Lullanagar, Pune. The programme includes the plantation of 5,000 saplings with maintenance for 18 months to ensure long-term sustainability.

The activity was attended by Tenneco leadership, officers and personnel of the 15th Battalion of the Jat Regiment, and representatives from Vaghmi Foundation. The initiative reinforces Tenneco’s continued commitment to environmental conservation and community partnership.

Speaking about the initiative, Rishi Verma, President, Tenneco India said, “The Vriksharopan Abhiyan is a meaningful step in Tenneco’s larger ambition to contribute to India’s environmental priorities. Our focus is on nurturing long-term green cover through structured care, protection and scientific monitoring. Through this collaborative effort, we aim to create healthier, more resilient ecosystems that benefit the community for years to come.”

Each sapling planted under the initiative will be tagged and documented to enable systematic monitoring, survival tracking, and quarterly reporting by the Vaghmi Foundation. Employees from Tenneco and the Foundation will continue to stay involved through periodic revisits, reinforcing sustained engagement and responsibility towards the environment.

Tenneco Clean Air India Ltd. brings advanced engineering, strong manufacturing capability and a nationwide footprint to India’s automotive ecosystem. As part of the global Tenneco Group, the company supports OEMs with high-quality clean air, powertrain and suspension systems, while maintaining a strong focus on safety, efficiency and responsible operations.