Shillong, June 6: Marriott India proudly announced the successful achievement of its World Environment Day 2026 commitment to plant 125,000 trees across its extensive portfolio of over 200 hotels nationwide, further strengthening its long-standing commitment to sustainability, environmental stewardship, and community engagement.
Building upon the landmark success of 2025, when Marriott India achieved the milestone of planting 100,000 trees, this year’s initiative was anchored in an enhanced “Four Trees Per Room” commitment, reflecting the company’s continued efforts to create a meaningful and measurable environmental impact. The initiative witnessed enthusiastic participation from associates across the country, with 7,713 associates volunteering over 21,000 hours towards tree plantation and environmental conservation activities. Collectively, Marriott India’s portfolio of over 30000 rooms contributed towards this ambitious goal, reinforcing the organization’s belief that meaningful change is driven through collective action.
In collaboration with local authorities, environmental organizations, NGOs, and community partners, tree plantation drives were conducted across multiple cities and regions in India. The initiative focused on restoring green cover, supporting biodiversity, enhancing local ecosystems, and contributing towards long-term climate resilience.
“At Marriott India, sustainability is not simply an initiative—it is a responsibility that is deeply embedded in how we operate and engage with our communities. Following the achievement of planting 100,000 trees last year, we challenged ourselves to go even further through our Four Trees Per Room commitment. The enthusiastic participation of our associates and hotels across the country reflects our collective commitment to environmental stewardship. Together, we are creating a greener future while contributing meaningfully to the wellbeing of our communities and the planet,” said Sanjay Gupta, Chairman, Marriott India Business Council.
As part of its World Environment Day celebrations, Courtyard by Marriott Shillong organized a tree plantation drive, planting 50 saplings to support environmental conservation and strengthen its commitment to sustainable practices. The initiative witnessed enthusiastic participation from the hotel’s Heads of Departments led by General Manager-Ms. Sharoni Sharma and the hotel’s associates, who came together to contribute towards creating a greener and healthier environment. The event was further amplified through collaborations with local influencers, helping raise awareness about the importance of afforestation and encouraging the wider community to take meaningful action towards environmental stewardship.
Marriott India’s commitment to sustainability extends beyond tree plantation initiatives. Across its hotels, the company continues to champion responsible practices including energy efficiency, water conservation, waste reduction, sustainable sourcing, and community-led environmental programs, creating a positive and lasting impact for future generations.
