Mission Green Earth Stand Up Take Action 08
The
Take Action is “100 Million Tree Plantation (includes nurturing)” between
July till the 16th of October 08 and Standing Up any day between the 17-19th
of October 2008. Success (number of both tree plantations and standing up)
in Taking Actions & Stand Up by AOL world wide to be uploaded on the 19
October night 2008, on the Art of Living UNMC website i.e.
www.standuptakeactionaolun.com
After the 100 million tree plantation in over 88 countries and all over India (
28 states and 7 Union Territories) through the Mission Green Earth Campaign,
Global Stand- Up event will take place between 17th -19th of October so as to
gather the momentum of reminding our leaders of the promise they have kept
during the millennium summit in August 2000 of wiping away poverty by 2015.
Guidelines for Mission Green Earth
Why Plant Trees?
- To reduce global warming
- To have a Clean & Green Environment
- To protect Environment
- To protect biodiversity
- To promote global cool
Where to plant trees
Every village, wasteland, farm boundaries, along the river bank, along coastal
sides, hills, roadside, railway track sides, playground boundaries, in front of
every house, public places, thermal stations, coal mines, military areas,
universities & educational institutions, fertilizer manufacturing company
premises, pesticide manufacturing premises, Govt. office premises, municipal
areas, Govt lands, Industrial areas, etc.
what to Plant?
- Lakshmitaru
- Fruit trees
- Medicinal plants,
- Aromatic plants
- Spices plants
- Coconut
- Forest trees
- Mangroves along the coastal belt
- Avenue plantation trees
- Garden trees
- Ornamental trees
- State wise local Indian/country specific trees of Local Importance
BRAHMANAAD
For the first time in the world, a grand symphony of 1000 sitarists…
(In aid of Bihar relief & rehabilitation)
Titled Brahma Naad, the concert is based on the ancient ragas mentioned in the rare Gandharva Veda, which says that classical music has the power to transform and harmonise lives through its ragas. Ragas mean colours; and that which brings colour to life is music.
The concert, steeped in the science of musical vibrations believed to soothe and heal and to spread the message of peace across the world, hopes to raise funds which shall be employed in the rehabilitation of lakhs of people who are braving the fury of the Kosi.
This Anahad Naad - the soundless sound, has been mentioned by Guru Nanak, Kabir, Raidaas, Bulle Shah, and Meera as the music that exists in and can be heard from the depth of one’s being.
On the authority of the ancient texts, it is accepted that music and chants embody positive energy. The creation of the universe and all its creatures, comes from the primordial sound – Brahm Naad.
VISION
His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of the Art of Living Foundation, which is the largest volunteer based Non-Government Organisation (NGO) in the world, has conceptualized this concert to capture the very essence of the universe and reinforce the supreme energy of music.In keeping with His vision and mission of a stress-free, violence-free planet, where individuals contribute towards the goal of a One-World Family, this initiative resonates with a two-fold purpose.
It endeavors to uplift the practitioners of the musical discipline, and to simultaneously revive this ancient legacy of India.
Moreover, it is intended to epitomize the universality of music, a discipline that can cut across boundaries and countries, to spread the message of peace and harmony through the unifying power of its vibrations.
THE EVENT: 2 DAYS – 1000 SITARS – 1 STAGE
For the first time ever, 1000 sitarists will play together, on one platform, in a two-day concert. This 1000-piece sitar orchestral ensemble will have the participation of national and international sitar players from all over the country and the world.
The initiative is being spearheaded by Art of Living singer, Ms. Chitra Roy, M.Phil in classical music from Delhi University with a gold medal, who has also received advance training at the Gwalior gharana.
The instrument of emphasis in this symphony, the sitar, embodies the rich ad regal musical heritage of India. A 1000 sitarists, accompanied by musicians on the flute, tabla, dholak, sarod, sarangi, pakhawaj, veena, keyboard, mrudangam and ghatam, will fuse skillful composition with artistic expression to create a potent symphony.
OBJECTIVE
This live concert will provide a platform for world-renowned as well as budding, international as well as local exponents of this Indian art, on a platform that will facilitate enhanced exposure, awareness and appreciation of the rich legacy of India's ancient and diverse culture. Through the sheer energy and power of music, this first-ever 1000 sitar ensemble shall endeavour to transcend narrow prejudices, to overcome chaos, to celebrate the joy and the power of the multi-ethnic cultural vitality of India, and to spread the message of peace and harmony throughout the world.
DATES & VENUE
20th, 21st & 22nd November, 2008
Sector 32 Grounds, Noida, Delhi NCR.