💨 Abstract

A report by the Union Environment Ministry reveals that over 13,000 sq km of forest area, equivalent to the combined total of Delhi, Sikkim, and Goa, is under encroachment in 25 states and Union Territories. The data was submitted to the National Green Tribunal last week. Madhya Pradesh has the highest forest encroachment, with 5,460.9

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