Steps will be taken to increase green cover in Kalyana Karnataka, says Khandre
The State government of Karnataka plans to enhance green cover in the Kalyana Karnataka region, which currently has critically low forest cover. Minister Eshwar Khandre emphasized the need for environmental conservation and announced discussions on afforestation initiatives at an upcoming meeting. Additionally, the government is taking steps to address illegal tree felling and clear encroachments on forest land.
- ▪Kalyana Karnataka has only 1% to 2% green cover, leading to environmental concerns.
- ▪The government plans to discuss afforestation and funding at the Kalyana Karnataka Region Development Board meeting.
- ▪Since 2023, nearly 11 lakh saplings have been planted with a survival rate of around 90%.
- ▪The government is intensifying efforts to clear encroachments on forest land, with 10,000 acres already cleared.
- ▪Strict action will be taken against illegal tree felling, with exemptions for private land under regulations.
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Forest and Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre on Monday said that the State government will take steps to improve green cover in the Kalyana Karnataka region where forest cover currently remains critically low.Speaking to presspersons at the zoological park near Madbool village in Kalagi taluk of Kalaburagi district, Mr. Khandre said that the region has only around 1% to 2% green cover, resulting in climatic imbalances and environmental concerns.He said that the issue of environmental conservation and afforestation will be discussed at the next meeting of the Kalyana Karnataka Region Development Board (KKRDB) where the release of funds for plantation drives and related initiatives will also be considered.“There is an urgent need to create awareness about environmental conservation and…
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