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BUTTERFLY PATROL: Butterfly Gardens For Police STATIONS
Introduction
The Butterfly Patrol initiative aims to transform Navi Mumbai police stations into vibrant green sanctuaries that benefit both the environment and the well-being of our urban police personnel. Spearheaded by Publicis Groupe India through its CSR programme, and brought to life by iNaturewatch Foundation in collaboration with the Navi Mumbai Police, this project creates thriving butterfly gardens at 10 Navi Mumbai police stations in areas with limited green spaces.
By planting over 300 butterfly-friendly plants at each site, we’re not only enhancing the natural beauty of these spaces but also improving air quality, reducing stress, and fostering a stronger connection between police officers and their communities. Through educational outreach, air quality monitoring, and butterfly awareness programs, the initiative aims to boost local biodiversity—targeting a 15% increase in butterfly species diversity—while also reducing pollution by 20-30%.
This initiative is more than just about gardens; it’s about healing both the land and the people who protect it. Aligned with key Sustainable Development Goals, it’s a bold step towards a greener, healthier future for our cities, our officers, and our environment.
Based on our feasibility survey, the police stations selected for the project are:
1. Belapur Anti Human Trafficking Centre
2. CBD Belapur, CP Office
3. Kalamboli Police Headquarters
4. Kalamboli Police Station
5. Kharghar Police Station
6. Nerul Police Station
7. NRI Coastal Police Station
8. Panvel DCP Office Zone 2 8
9. Panvel Taluka Police Station
10. Taloja Police Station
Project Overview
Project Location: 10 Police Stations in, Navi Mumbai
Project Duration: October 2024-September 2024
Project Partner: Navi Mumbai Police Department
Knowledge Partner: Ladybird Environmental Consulting LLP.
Funding Agency: Publicis Groupe India
Project Outcomes:
Environmental Impact:
- Increase in Butterfly Diversity
- Reduction in Local Air Pollution Levels Recorded
- Improvement in Green Cover
- Reduction in Urban Heat Island Impact
Societal Outcome:
- Reduction in Health Issues of Police Personnel
- Reduced Sick Leave of Police Staff
- Improving the Workplace Environment
- Community Engagement and Positive Policing
Alignment with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
SDG 3, SDG 11, SDG 13, SDG 15, SDG 17
Project Interventions
Site Assessment and Planning
Corporate Employee Volunteering
Site Assessment and Planning
- Selection of area
- Premises Evaluation
- Measure air quality
- Conduct a survey on police personnel’s mental health
- Ensure soil quality
Garden Development
Corporate Employee Volunteering
Site Assessment and Planning
- Conduct soil tests.
- Prepare plantation beds
- Choose a mix of nectar plants and host plants.
- Develop a planting plan for each location.
Corporate Employee Volunteering
Corporate Employee Volunteering
Educational Material Development
Conducting volunteer activities for corporate employees to participate in garden creation.
Educational Material Development
Maintenance and Monitoring Plan for Butterfly Gardens
Educational Material Development
Development of Singages, and installation of QR codes
Maintenance and Monitoring Plan for Butterfly Gardens
Maintenance and Monitoring Plan for Butterfly Gardens
Maintenance and Monitoring Plan for Butterfly Gardens
- Watering, Deweeding, Mulching and Protecting
- Plants reveiw
- Taking Feedback from Police officers.
- Programs using the iButterflies app and interactions
Project Updates
January 2025
December 2024
December 2024
We’re thrilled to announce the successful completion of two Butterfly Gardens under the Butterfly Patrol Project! The 4th garden was established at Kalamboli Police Station, thanks to the support of Station In-Charge Mr. Dharne, Coordinator Mr. Shirke, and all contributors who brought this vision to life. Shortly after, we completed the 5
We’re thrilled to announce the successful completion of two Butterfly Gardens under the Butterfly Patrol Project! The 4th garden was established at Kalamboli Police Station, thanks to the support of Station In-Charge Mr. Dharne, Coordinator Mr. Shirke, and all contributors who brought this vision to life. Shortly after, we completed the 5th garden at Navi Mumbai Police Headquarters, marking another milestone in our mission to create a thriving network of habitats for these beautiful creatures across Navi Mumbai.
December 2024
December 2024
December 2024
We are delighted to announce the successful completion of several Butterfly Gardens under the Butterfly Patrol Project, marking significant strides in creating greener spaces and supporting biodiversity! The journey began with the establishment of the first garden at the CP Office, CBD Belapur, completed on 12th December 2024, featuring
We are delighted to announce the successful completion of several Butterfly Gardens under the Butterfly Patrol Project, marking significant strides in creating greener spaces and supporting biodiversity! The journey began with the establishment of the first garden at the CP Office, CBD Belapur, completed on 12th December 2024, featuring 393 saplings from 34 plant species. Following this, we inaugurated gardens at Panvel Taluka Police Station and Panvel DCP Police Station on 28th December, with heartfelt thanks to the police staff and coordinators for their support.
October 2024
December 2024
October 2024
In the past month, we made significant progress in the Butterfly Patrol project. We surveyed 14 police stations in Navi Mumbai to evaluate their suitability for butterfly gardens, ultimately shortlisting 10 stations. Detailed site assessments followed, including evaluating premises, measuring sites for layout, testing soil, conducting ai
In the past month, we made significant progress in the Butterfly Patrol project. We surveyed 14 police stations in Navi Mumbai to evaluate their suitability for butterfly gardens, ultimately shortlisting 10 stations. Detailed site assessments followed, including evaluating premises, measuring sites for layout, testing soil, conducting air pollution surveys, and engaging with police personnel to understand their expectations. With this data, we are now ready to move into the planning phase, where we will design customized butterfly gardens for each station.