Shillong, May 27: The cabinet has introduced amendment to the Meghalaya Forest Authority Act, 1991 to strengthen coordination between the State Forest Department and the Autonomous District Councils in protecting and managing the forests.
“This administrative amendment will enable the Authority to utilise funds for its day-to-day functioning, improving coordination, monitoring, and collaboration for better forest governance and conservation in Meghalaya”, the chief minister told reporters after the meeting.
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Though minor in nature, this amendment is necessary to ensure the Authority can function effectively and fulfil its intended purpose, he added.
