Question : DIVERSION OF FOREST LANDS



(a) whether the Government departments have been permitted to divert forest lands for developmental projects;

(b) if so, the details of such diversions reported during the last three years and the current financial year, State-wise; and

(c) the impact it is likely to have on forest conservation?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT AND FORESTS (SHRI NAMO NARAIN MEENA)

(a) No, Sir.

(b) & (c) Does not arise.