New Delhi, Sept. 19 -- In a significant step towards strengthening Delhi's ecological security, green cover and air quality, the Delhi Government, led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, has approved the notification of around 1,000 acres (400 hectares) of additional land in the Southern Ridge as Reserved Forest. With this decision, the notified Ridge area will increase to around 13,000 acres (5,250 hectares).

According to an official release from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), CM Rekha Gupta said the decision has been taken under Section 20 of the Indian Forest Act, 1927. "The Delhi Ridge is not only a part of the capital's natural heritage but also its green protective shield. Protecting the Ridge is not limited to preserving trees and ...