Photographer’s comment: “It was not long before that this place was heading towards becoming a barren state and desertification. All this was on account of excessive deforestation and over-grazing practices carried out by the local folks. It was only after the forest department took notice of the concern and serious efforts were made to prevent further land degradation and restore the area back to its healthy greens. Immediate afforestation measures were undertaken by the authority and anthropogenic activities were regulated. Also environment activists were roped in to initiate programs to sensitise people regarding land use pattern. The efforts paid well and the tree cover increased significantly. One who has seen it before does not require a progress report as the rejuvenating land speaks itself.”
Photo: Manish Kumar
