The Maharashtra Forest Department is a government organization responsible for the management, conservation, and protection of forests and wildlife in the state of Maharashtra, India. It is part of the Ministry of Forests and Environment of the Maharashtra state government.
The Maharashtra Forest Department’s primary objectives include:
1. Conservation and management of forest resources: The department focuses on sustainable forest management, afforestation, and regeneration of degraded forest areas. It also aims to prevent illegal logging and encroachment on forest lands.