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Wildlife experts urge Chhattisgarh CM to stop expansion of mining in Hasdeo Arand forest Wildlife experts and researchers have written to Chhattisgarh's chief minister urging him to reconsider the state government's decision to expand mining operations in the Hasdeo Arand forest. The decision contradicts the state government's assurance that the main Hasdeo Arand forest will …

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India's Sacred Sandalwood forests of Marayoor under the threat of declassification and spike disease: Kerala Indian sandalwood tree is considered sacred by Sanatanis and many indigenous cultures. Distinct fragrance and medicinal qualities make it a high-value species.The Marayoor sandalwood reserve in Kerala, spread over 1,460.77 hectares, close to one-sixth the size of Kochi, is currently …