Current Affairs - Environment - Discussion

The Forest Survey of India (FSI) conducts a biennial assessment of the country's forest cover. According to the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2021, the total forest cover is 7,13,789 square kilometres, which constitutes 21.71% of India's geographical area. This statistic highlights the extent of forested regions in the country, reflecting efforts towards forest conservation and management. Understanding these figures is crucial for environmental planning and policy-making aimed at maintaining and increasing forest cover to ensure ecological balance and sustainability.