MUMBAI: Actress Bhumi Pednekar has come up with an extremely innovative idea to highlight the need for conservation of nature. She is gifting saplings to industry friends and colleagues this festive season.

"The reason behind gifting saplings to my family, friends and colleagues comes from a very simple thought of spreading green joy on Diwali. I am a climate warrior and while I absolutely love the spirit of Diwali, the festivities and gifting our near and dear ones, I thought this year I should start by changing the way I give gifts to people," Bhumi said.

She says she is gifting saplings this Diwali.

"This Diwali, I am gifting saplings in earthen pots, with the packaging made from jute and 100 percent biodegradable materials. Also, we are adding more plants to this world. That is the need of the hour," Bhumi said.

"I hope that in near future we see people gifting eco-friendly gifts and plants during Diwali and other festivals," she added.

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