Haritha Haram Program - Overview, Benefits, and Participation

Haritha Haram Program – Overview, Benefits, and Participation: Learn about the Haritha Haram program in Telangana, its goals, benefits, eligibility, and how to participate.

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Overview of Haritha Haram

Description	Details
Program Name	Haritha Haram
Meaning	Green Garland (in Telugu)
Launch Date	July 3, 2015
Chief Minister	Kalvakuntla Chandrashekar Rao

Objectives of Haritha Haram

Objective	Description
Increase Green Cover	Raise the green cover from 24% to 33% by planting saplings.
Public Awareness	Educate people about the importance of environmental protection.
Rejuvenate Forests	Restore degraded forests and protect them from threats.

Benefits of Haritha Haram

Benefit	Description
Increased Green Cover	Improves air quality and provides wildlife habitat.
Climate Change Mitigation	Trees absorb carbon dioxide, reducing climate change effects.
Soil Conservation	Reduces soil erosion and improves soil quality.
Water Conservation	Improves water retention and reduces evaporation.
Biodiversity Conservation	Provides habitat for various plant and animal species.
Economic Benefits	Creates jobs and produces non-timber forest products.
Health Benefits	Improves air quality and reduces stress.

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Eligibility for Participation

Participant Type	Eligibility Criteria
Individuals	No specific criteria. Volunteer for drives or plant saplings.
NGOs	Must be registered and involved in environmental work.
Educational Institutions	Should have resources for plantation and adoption of forest areas.
Government Departments	Must engage in plantation activities within their operations.
Corporates	Need a valid CSR policy and involvement in environmental activities.

Exclusions from the Program

Certain areas and activities are excluded from Haritha Haram:

Exclusion	Description
Construction Activities	No felling of trees for building roads or infrastructure.
Non-Forest Areas	Focus on forest areas; urban areas are handled separately.
Private Lands	Only public lands are included, not private properties.
Commercial Plantations	Focus on native species, not commercial or exotic plants.
Unsuitable Lands	No planting on lands prone to erosion or with high water tables.
Areas with Conflicts	Excludes areas with land ownership disputes or community rights issues.

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Application Process

Here’s how to apply for Haritha Haram based on your participant type:

Participant Type	Application Steps
Individuals	Volunteer or plant saplings without specific applications.
NGOs	Contact the district forest officer (DFO) for partnership details.
Educational Institutions	Contact the DFO for organizing drives or adopting forest areas.
Government Departments	Contact the DFO for details on plantation activities.
Corporates	Contact the DFO for CSR partnership or tree planting drives.

Documents Required

Different participants need different documents:

Participant Type	Required Documents
Individuals	Declaration form agreeing to follow guidelines.
NGOs	Registration certificate, memorandum of association, annual report, PAN card, and bank details.
Educational Institutions	Authorization letter, infrastructure details, PAN card, and bank details.
Government Departments	Authorization letter, area details, PAN card, and bank details.
Corporates	Incorporation certificate, memorandum of association, CSR policy, PAN card, and bank details.

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FAQ Section

Question	Answer
What is Haritha Haram?	It is a program to increase green cover in Telangana by planting saplings.
When was it launched?	It was launched on July 3, 2015.
What are the main goals of the program?	To increase green cover to 33%, protect forests, and raise environmental awareness.
Who can participate in Haritha Haram?	Individuals, NGOs, educational institutions, government departments, and corporates.
Are there any exclusions from the program?	Yes, it excludes construction activities, private lands, and commercial plantations.
What documents are needed to participate?	Documents vary by participant type, including registration certificates, authorization letters, and PAN cards.