Thodupuzha: A serious threat to the remaining forest resources in the state Fire and capture. crores every financial year for activities against it. s are removed and measures of traction are declared The state of Kerala’s forests is in the midst of challenges. The records of the forest department make it clear that it is Lathanne.
According to the 2020-21 figures, the total forest area in the state is 11,524.91 sq km. Ran. During the last five years, 4541.58 hectares of forest land has been destroyed by forest fire. Eco Development and Tribal Welfare Chief Forest Conservator’s Report.
An average of more than 900 hectares of forest land gets burnt every year. of A surface fire that burns thickly will also hit small trees. Mid-level fire burning Tum, crown fire destroying trees There are many types of wildfires, such as soil-burning ground fire.
The negligence of the department is also the reason for the forest fire. For forest fire control and forest protection as part of the central plan 8.02 crores had been allocated by the state government in the budget of May 2022-23. 4.84 crore has been spent on this. 6 crores has been earmarked as central allocation for the financial year. has
According to technical records, 199.23 hectares of forest land has been cleared in the last five years. Mii’s capture was released. The highest area cleared was in High Range Circle – 160.02 hectares. 158 cases related to forest encroachment are still pending. It is ticking.