A neighbourhood forest, explains Anasuyamma, spreads across 12-16 hectares (ha) and usually grows timber, fruits and medicinal plants.

"The thorns of lemon discourage them and of course they do not eat pepper (unlike banana and jackfruit)”

Ecotourism leads the way for conservation and better livelihood opportunities for local youth

Regenerating forests, rejuvenating soils, recharging groundwater, and reviving human spirits, all go hand in hand!

“Recognizing the knowledge, institutions and values of indigenous peoples and local communities ... enhances... nature conservation”

Apart from resistance against mining and implementation of forest rights, what other activities are taking place at the MGS level?

Alaap has taken on a mountain of a challenge - restoring Himalayan native forests, involving community and engaging with government

दहिया खेती पोष्टिक अनाज के साथ खाद्य सुरक्षा भी करेगी, जैव विविधता भी बचाएगी।

... I’m preparing myself to dismantle the machine, and the system that supports it, before it devours the planet, my home.