State of Forest report 2021![](data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIzNTciIGhlaWdodD0iNTAwIiB2aWV3Qm94PSIwIDAgMzU3IDUwMCI+PHJlY3Qgd2lkdGg9IjEwMCUiIGhlaWdodD0iMTAwJSIgc3R5bGU9ImZpbGw6I2NmZDRkYjtmaWxsLW9wYWNpdHk6IDAuMTsiLz48L3N2Zz4=)
- Forest and tree cover in India has increased by 5,188 square kilometers since the last assessment in 2019, bringing the total forest and tree cover to 24.56% of the country’s geographical area.
- The top three states in terms of forest cover are Madhya Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh, while the states with the largest increase in forest cover since the last assessment are Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala.
- The report also notes that 38% of India’s forest cover is classified as “very dense,” while 37% is classified as “moderately dense” and 25% is classified as “open.”
- The report highlights the importance of the role of forests in mitigating the impacts of climate change, as well as providing important ecological, economic, and social benefits.
- The report also notes the importance of forest conservation efforts and the need for sustainable forest management practices to ensure the long-term health and viability of India’s forests.
Overall, the India State of Forest report 2021 highlights the progress made in forest conservation and management efforts in the country, as well as the need for continued efforts to ensure the sustainable use and protection of India’s forest resources.
According to the India State of Forest report 2021, the states with the highest forest cover in India are:
- Madhya Pradesh – 95,027 square kilometers
- Arunachal Pradesh – 67,248 square kilometers
- Chhattisgarh – 55,547 square kilometers
- Odisha – 51,345 square kilometers
- Maharashtra – 50,662 square kilometers
It is worth noting that these states have been consistently ranked among the top five in terms of forest cover over the years. These states also have significant biodiversity and play an important role in maintaining the ecological balance of the country.