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Agriculture
Sala Trees Under Threat
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 17 Jul 2026, 10:47 PM
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A severe infestation of the sal borer pest has affected 1.46 lakh trees in Dindori's sal forests. The forest department has launched 'Operation Trap Tree' to combat the issue.
The sal forests in Dindori, Madhya Pradesh, are facing a severe crisis due to the sal borer pest infestation. After a gap of 30 years, the pest has returned, affecting 1.46 lakh trees. The forest department has taken immediate action to combat the issue. The 'Operation Trap Tree' initiative aims to eradicate the pest with the help of local villagers. The department is offering a reward of two rupees for each pest caught, encouraging the villagers to participate in the effort.