The Kerala Cabinet has approved a draft amendment to the Kerala Forest Act, 2025. This bill includes provisions allowing for the sale of sandalwood trees harvested on private land by the Forest Department. The amendment will establish new mechanisms for managing sandalwood trade within the state, potentially increasing revenue streams for the department. While the specific details of the sale structure are not yet finalized, the change seeks to modernize forest administration and address potential revenue challenges. The approval comes as part of a broader effort to review and strengthen forest conservation policies.
Monday, September 15
