‘Changes in law enacted to augment forest management’

‘Changes in law enacted to augment forest management’

Addressing questions over government’s intention in bringing amendments to the Forest Conservation Act, environment minister Bhupender Yadav justified the changes in an interview to Vishwa Mohan. Excerpts:What was the need to amend the Forest Conservation Act?The Forest (Conservation) Amendment Act, 2023 has been enacted with a view to augment and strengthen the forest management, remove … Read more