Shiv Kumar Padha
There are many quotes emphasizing the importance and protection of the forests like the one given by Prince Charles, “ Forests are the world’s air- conditioning system, the lungs of the planet and we are on the verge of switching it off.” He emphasized upon the world community to provide funds to the rain forest countries need to re-orientate their economies so that the trees are worth more alive than dead. The silencing of the rain forests is a double deforestation, not only of trees, but a deforestation of the mind’s music, medicine and knowledge.. The death of the forests is the end of our life. According to the Hindu epics, “ Briksh Aropan hai kaam mahan Ek briksh das putre saman.” Planti
In Hindu mythology jungles are very important for the isolation, meditation for carrying out anusandhan (Research) with the sole objective of world peace and harmony between the human and the wild life. It is why Shri Ram , Pandvas went to jungle before becoming the kings. Mata Sita gave birth to Lava and Kush in the Ashram of Maharishi Balmiki in the forests, Shakuntla gave birth to Bharata in the Kanav Rishi Ashrams in the forests, Similarly Mata Kayadu the mother of Saint Parhalad was taken to the forests before Parhalads birth. Forests are the green veil and canopy which covers the surface of the planet and acts like a panacea for the lives living on there. Forests are the large area dominated by trees. They play a vital role in the environment, providing habitat, regulating climate and contributing to the water cycle. The forests are not a grove of trees only but it serves as the greatest source of timber food and recreations.. The bountiful nature is so kind on the living organism on the earth that it renews replenishes and rejuvenates the forests by restoring them with greenery during the rains in general and the rainy season in particular. It is pertinent and viable for the humans on the planet to act as watch dogs to protect its greenery for the sustenance and protection of those li8ving on the planet.
For maintaining a healthy planet, offering numerous benefits like fresh air, water, and bio diversity forest preservation is crucial. Protecting forests from deforestation, promoting sustainable practices and involving local communities are vital steps in ensuring their long term health and productivity. The question why is forest preservation important?
Forests are the lungs of our planet which play a vital role in maintaining ecological balance and supporting life. For sustainable future, impacting climate, biodiversity and human well being the protection and preservation of the green heaven is crucial.
Forests act as massive carbon sinks. They absorb carbon dioxide and mitigating climate change. Forests regulate temperature on earth and help stabilize the global climate.
Forests are home to a vast variety plants and animal species. Protecting forests safeguards this bio diversity and maintains the intricate web of life.
Forests provide essential ecosystem like clean air, water, soil stabilization. They offer recreational opportunities for the human well being.
Bio diversity is the characteristic of the forests which homes variety of live-in all its forms, including plants, animals, and micro organisms. Forests are essential because it supports the functioning of the ecosystem, which in turn provides humans with essential services like clean air water and food.
Forests and wild life resources are also important for carbon sequestration, a process in which carbon dioxide is taken from the atmosphere and stored in plants and soil. Without these resources from the forests the world would have been much different place.
Forests are the best places for the Conservation of wild life essential to maintaining the bio diversity of our planet and ensuring the survival of species.
There are many factors responsible for depletion of the forests and the wild life such as,
Deforestation, which is the biggest factor as it is the removal of trees and other vegetations make room for the human settlements and habitats, farming and industries.
Illegal hunting has caused a decrease in the animal population while other species have become endangered and extinct.
Over- exploitation of natural resources has led to the destruction of forests and wild life living there.
Pollution from industry and other sources has contaminated the environment causing the death of many animal species
Conservation and preservation of forests and the wild life is an important and essential part of preserving our planet’s biodiversity, greenery and health.
Sustainable management of the forests is critical for the long term conservation of forests and the wild life. This can be achieved through replanting trees after logging and limiting the amount of land cleared for development.
Demarcating the protected areas which help to ensure that certain areas are kept away from the human activities allowing the wild life tothrive.
Improving public education and awareness regarding the importance of the forests and the wild life. The governments should create incentives for the care and protection of the forests and the wild life.
Tackling illegal activities like logging which can have major impact on the wild life.
The conservation of forests and wild life is essential for protecting our planet’s biodiversity and health. By adapting sustainable practices, establishing protected areas, educating people, creating incentives for conservation, tackling illegal activities we can help protect this valuable ecosystem. The forest departments is provided with an army of the forest guards which should be entrusted with the duty of preserving and protecting the forests from the forest mafia active all over the country. Before concluding I would like to quote few relevant and inspirational slogans like Forests are the green gold which is free, Save a tree save a life. Sow seeds of trees rather than enmity.
Shiv Kumar Padha Basohli
A social activist.
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