Community Engagement Under Green India Mission: Benefits and Challenges in Balangir District, Odisha, India
Journal: International Journal of Agriculture and Biology
Year: 2025

Reforestation has become a global priority for combating climate change, restoring degraded ecosystems, and sustaining livelihoods, particularly for forest-dependent communities. Green India Mission (GIM) plays a critical role in promoting large-scale reforestation efforts in India. This study evaluated the effectiveness of GIM initiatives in Balangir District, Odisha, focusing on the benefits achieved and the challenges faced by local communities. The research utilized a semi-structured survey