DW BUREAU / Chandigarh VP Singh Badnore, Governor of Punjab and Administrator, UT Chandigarh released the book 'Tree Treasure of Chandigarh' in Punjab Raj Bhawan, on Tuesday. The book compiles the diverse avenue trees of the city and also profiles a number of heritage trees. The book has been published by the Department of Forest and Wildlife, UT Chandigarh and authored by Professor R.K. Kohli, Vice-Chancellor of Amity University, SAS Nagar, Vikas Kahol, Dr.Navdeep Kahol, Assistant Professor and Professor H.P.Singh. Badnore appreciated the efforts of the Department and the Authors in completing the book. He said this will help the people to develop a shared vision and understanding of the real treasure of the city especially the people of Chandigarh, who are traditionally nature lovers, would whole-heartedly support and participate in the endeavour of the Forest Department in identifying and preserving the ecological wealth of Chandigarh. Manoj Parida, Adviser to the Administrator, UT Chandigarh said efforts made in bringing out this book will go a long way in creating awareness and attraction towards the preservation of trees of City Beautiful. Debendra Dalai, Chief Conservator of Forests, Chandigarh informed that UT Chandigarh takes pride in having preserved about 46 percent of the total area under forest and green cover. The City has preserved a large number of trees so as to harmonize with the built-up surroundings. There are a number of old and majestic trees in City Beautiful which serve as important green landmarks. These are the rare assets for any urban city. (editor@dailyworld.in)