Kerala Forest Department

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Working Plans

No. Division Latest Working Plan Previous Working Plans 1 Achenkovil 2018-19 to 2030-31 2007-08 to 2017-18 2 Chalakkudy 2018-19 to 2029-30 2005-06 to 2014-15 3 Kannur 2013-14 to 2022-23 2001-02 to 2010-11 4 Kasargode 2013-14 to 2022-23 5 Konni 2015-16 to 2024-25 6 Kothamangalam 2016-17 to 2025-26 2001-02 to 2010-11 7 Kottayam 2017-18 to 2026-27 …

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Management Plans

Sl.No Name of the Protected Area Plan Period 1 Eravikulam National Park Cover Page  |  Management Plan  |  Budget  |  Annexure 2012-13 to 2021-22 2 Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary Cover Page  |  Preface  |  Acknowledgement  |  Index  |  Management Plan  |  Annexure 2012-13 to 2021-22 3 Kurinjimala Sanctuary Cover Page  |  Title Pages  |  Index  |  Management Plan  |  Budget  |  Annexure 2012-13 to 2021-22 4 Aaralam Wildlife Sanctuary 2012-13 to …

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Application forms

Application Forms for  Certified Snake Handler Claiming Kerala Forest Tribal Personal Accident Insurance Scheme Clearance order for the export of Forest Produce Compensation for the injury/loss sustained by the attack of wild animals Diversion of forestland-Under Section 3(2) Tribal Rights Act 2006 Forestry Club Registration “Green Passport” | Government Order IB Booking Identity Card for Mahouts Interdistrict/Interstate …

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National Parks

National parks are protected havens for wildlife and ecosystems. They safeguard biodiversity, stunning landscapes and offer opportunities  for research,  education and responsible recreation. These Parks prioritize wildlife conservation by strictly regulating activities within them as per The Wild Life (Protection) Act 1972. National parks are corner stones of environmental protection, ensuring a healthy planet for …

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World Heritage Site

.The mountain chain of the Western Ghats represents geomorphic features of immense importance with unique biophysical and ecological processes. Its high montane forest ecosystems influence the Indian monsoon weather pattern. Moderating the tropical climate of the region, it presents one of the best examples of the monsoon system in the planet. The area also has …

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Biosphere Reserves

The concept of Biosphere Reserves was introduced by the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) under its Man and Biosphere Programme (MAB) during 1971. A Biosphere Reserve is voluntary, co-operative, conservation area created to protect the biological and cultural diversity of a region while promoting sustainable economic development. It is a place where …

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Snehahastham

‘Snehahastham’ Medical Camp for Tribal Communities in Association with the Indian Medical Association (IMA) In a bid to improve healthcare access for tribal communities residing in forests, the SFDA launched a statewide medical camp titled the ‘SnehaHastham’ program on January 31st, 2024. This initiative aims to provide high-quality medical care to residents of 100 tribal …

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SFDA State Library Project

The State Forest Development Agency is providing financial assistance to create libraries under various FDAs in the State. An amount of Rs 25,000 is being provided for the construction of a library. Forty-four hamlets have been provided with financial assistance in 2023-24. Through this scheme, the Kerala Forest Department aims to provide educational opportunities to …

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Community Reserves

Community reserves in India are protected areas established under the Wildlife (Protection) Amendment Act of 2002. These reserves, typically private or community land not comprised within any existing protected areas, are declared to conserve significant Flora and Fauna mostly in human use areas. The Kadalundi-Vallikunnu Community Reserve (KVCR) holds the distinction of being the first …

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Ecorestoration Policy

Forest Governance is undergoing drastic changes these days. From a purely utilitarian, timber-oriented management perspective, Forestry is now catering to multiple objectives such as provisioning and regulating ecosystem services, ameliorating climate change, conserving biological and ethno-cultural diversity, apart from providing ecosystem goods including Non-Timber Forest Produce. Organized management of the forests of Kerala started around …

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