Lucknow,

16 April (HS): Uttar Pradesh has considerably decreased the number of forest

fires from 10,275 in 2020-21 to 2,597 by April 2024-25, according to an

official statement issued on Wednesday.

The Forest Survey of India complimented Uttar Pradesh for its excellent

methods in early detection and rapid control of forest fires, with many flames

being contained within 24 hours. The

specialized Fire Control Cell at the Forest Department's headquarters is fully

operating, reacting to FSI and public alarms.

The state's dedication to real-time monitoring has been critical to its

success.

Staff members work around the clock in shifts

to maintain vigilance, and the public is urged to report instances through a

dedicated helpline. The state has

adopted a number of precautions, including the deployment of 3,171 police, to

ensure a quick reaction to any forest fire alarms.

Over

the last four years, Uttar Pradesh has seen a significant reduction in forest

fires because to strong early detection and rapid response systems. The Forest Survey of India highlighted the

state's outstanding achievements in forest fire management, emphasizing the

efficacy of its real-time monitoring and fast response activities. In the state

of Uttar Pradesh, 115 fire control cells are coordinated centrally,

dramatically boosting containment rates—now at 80.08% as of 2024, a monument to

continued environmental protection initiatives.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi