Dossier
Forest Minister
Coverage of Forest Minister in the Nexus archive.
- 8 wildlife sanctuaries, 281 reserve forests under encroachment in Assam
Eight wildlife sanctuaries and 281 reserve forests in Assam are under encroachment. Forest Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah reported that over 25,588 hectares out of 315,997 hectares under encroachment as of February 12, 2016, have been cleared.
- Green forum seeks removal of Forest Minister’s Additional Private Secretary
Coexistence Collective demands the removal of Sijumon Francis, the Forest Minister’s Additional Private Secretary, alleging his involvement in protests against the Forest department and its policies. The group claims the appointment risks undermining the neutrality of Kerala’s forest and environmental governance system and public confidence.