Redefining Forest Rights in Chhattisgarh UPSC
The dynamics of forest governance in India are at a critical juncture with recent developments in Chhattisgarh. In May 2025, the Chhattisgarh forest department issued a directive that designated itself as the nodal agency for implementing Community Forest Resource Rights (CFRR) under the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006. CFRR recognizes the rights of local gram sabhas to manage, protect, and use forest resources sustainably—a progressive step towards rectifying historical injustices against forest-dwelling communities. Following widespread protests, however, the directive was withdrawn, reigniting debates about the future of community-led forest governance.
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