Forest Rights Act

Implementation of Forest Rights Act, 2006 in West Bengal

Official Press

21 Aug 2025

The Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs, Shri Durgadas Uikey, informed Lok Sabha about the implementation of the Forest Rights Act, 2006 in West Bengal, specifically in the Jangalmahal region. The Act, which recognizes the rights of Forest-Dwelling Scheduled Tribes, is being implemented in four districts: Jhargram, Purulia, Bankura, and Paschim Medinipur. The report includes statistics on claims received, titles distributed, and the extent of forest land involved, highlighting the ongoing efforts to secure land rights for tribal communities.

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