Sadhguru-Led Cauvery Calling Helps 2.38 Lakh Farmers with 12.2 Cr Tree Plantation
June 5, 2025 – Coimbatore: In a major ecological milestone, the Cauvery Calling movement—spearheaded by Sadhguru—has facilitated the plantation of 1.36 crore saplings across 34,000 acres in 2024–25 alone. This pushes the total number of trees planted under the initiative to an impressive 12.2 crore, directly benefiting 2.38 lakh farmers who have adopted tree-based agriculture practices.
Recognized as the world’s largest farmer-driven ecological initiative, Cauvery Calling aims to rejuvenate the Cauvery River, a vital lifeline for over 8.4 crore people in southern India. The movement has been named a Top Innovator by the Trillion Trees: India Challenge, and continues to serve as a model for sustainable agriculture and climate restoration globally.
The initiative has established massive nurseries—like the women-run centre in Cuddalore capable of producing 85 lakh saplings annually—ensuring the supply of 29 high-value timber species including Teak and Mahogany at subsidized rates.
Field executives and expert consultations across 32,000+ farms, digital support through 225+ WhatsApp groups, and large-scale farmer training events have amplified awareness and adoption of tree-based agriculture. On key environmental days in 2024 alone, over 10 lakh saplings were planted across 506 plantation events.
With strong grassroots engagement, expert collaborations, and a powerful vision, Cauvery Calling is transforming degraded lands, empowering farmers, and creating a blueprint for global soil regeneration and water conservation.
