Question : PLANTATION OF FRUIT BEARING TREES

(a) whether the Government propose to plant fruit bearing trees on the forest land which will not only increase production of fruits in the country but also be helpful in maintaining the ecological balance;

(b) if so, the details thereof;

(c) whether forest land would also be given on lease for this purpose; and

(d) if so, the details thereof?

MINISTER OF ENVIRONMENT AND FORESTS (SHRI T.R. BAALU)

(a) No, Sir.

(b), (c) & (d) Does not arise.