Forest Minister's Revenue Push Triggers Backlash, Activists Say Conservation Must Come First
GUWAHATI: Assam Environment and Forest Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah's remarks on boosting revenue collection in the Forest Department have sparked criticism from environmental activists, who argue that the department's primary responsibility is to protect forests and wildlife rather than generate revenue. ALSO READ: CID Assam Busts Fake Government Job Racket; Seven Arrested in Water Resources Department…