Assam's Bold Eviction Drive: Aiming to Reclaim Forest Ecosystems

The Assam government recently launched a large-scale eviction drive to remove illegal encroachments from vast areas of forest land in Golaghat district, displacing over 350 families. This initiative is part of a broader ecological restoration strategy aimed at reclaiming forest ecosystems from encroachers.

The Assam government embarked on a significant eviction operation on Sunday, targeting alleged encroachments on approximately 1,000 bighas of forest land in Golaghat district. The drive resulted in the displacement of over 350 families, as the state aims to reclaim its vital forest ecosystems.

Following a five-day mission that cleared nearly 11,000 bighas of forest in Rengma Reserve Forest, the administration set its sights on Nambor South Reserve Forest. Officials reported peaceful proceedings, indicating effective coordination by authorities.

Senior officials supervised the drive to ensure legality and order. The Assam Forest Department, along with local authorities and security forces, continues to orchestrate this ecological restoration initiative, underscoring the government’s commitment to protecting its natural heritage.