The Hindu           10.06.2013

5 lakh nochi plants for mosquito control

 In the first phase of an attempt to implement sustainable models of mosquito control, Chennai Corporation will procure five lakh nochi plants.

The civic body, this week, invited bids from companies who will supply 3-feet-high nochi saplings. The company will be responsible for maintenance of the saplings for a period of six months.

A substantial chunk of these plants is likely to be planted in OSR lands, river banks and park after clearing of debris and garbage. The civic council passed a resolution to procure and distribute them to all the residents in the city, free of cost.

The 3-feet-high saplings will be planted in OSR lands, river banks and parks