Government Measures Against Illegal Tree Felling
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has outlined the responsibilities of State Governments in managing forests and tree cover, emphasizing legal frameworks to combat illegal tree felling. Recent reports indicate an increase in forest cover, and the government has implemented various measures, including regular patrolling and community involvement programs, to prevent illegal activities in forest areas. This information was shared by Union Minister Shri Kirti Vardhan Singh in a Lok Sabha reply.
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