RTI Data Shows Uttarakhand Diverted 46,203 Hectares of Forest Land Since 2000
RTI data reveals Uttarakhand has diverted over 46,000 hectares of forest land for non-forest use since 2000, raising fresh scrutiny amid Harela tree-planting celebrations.
Current Summary
RTI data shows Uttarakhand has diverted 46,203 hectares of forest land for non-forest purposes since 2000, according to a New Indian Express report published July 16, released to coincide with the Harela festival. The purposes of the diversions, the districts most affected, the agencies responsible for approvals, and any government response have not been detailed in the available signal. Confirmation from the state Forest Department would be needed to establish the full scope and breakdown of these diversions.
What We Know
- RTI data shows 46,203 hectares of forest land diverted in Uttarakhand since 2000, according to a New Indian Express report published July 16.
What Is Still Unclear
- The purposes of the diversions
- Districts most affected
- Agencies responsible for approvals
- Any government response or corrective measures
What Changed
- 16 Jul, 03:11 pmSignal detected: RTI Data Shows Uttarakhand Diverted 46,203 Hectares of Forest Land Since 2000
Background
The disclosure comes amid Harela festival celebrations, a traditional Uttarakhand festival tied to tree planting and environmental conservation.