1,000 Acres Of Delhi's Southern Ridge To Gain Reserved Forest Status
· India · NDTV
The Delhi government is moving to grant Reserved Forest status to an additional 1,000 acres of the Southern Ridge. This administrative action will bring the total area of the Delhi Ridge under this protected classification to approximately 13,000 acres. The transition involves a formal notification process to ensure the land receives the legal protections associated with a reserved forest. The Ridge serves as a critical ecological buffer for the capital, acting as a natural barrier against desertification and a primary lung for the city. Officials are currently working to complete the necessary documentation to finalize this status.
Why it matters
The upgrade in legal status provides stronger protection against encroachment and unauthorized construction for a vital environmental asset in Delhi. This move preserves the capital's natural green cover and helps maintain the city's ecological balance.
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