{"id":39536,"date":"2025-09-30T18:05:54","date_gmt":"2025-09-30T12:35:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=39536"},"modified":"2025-09-30T18:05:57","modified_gmt":"2025-09-30T12:35:57","slug":"india-forest-accounting-report-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"India Forest Accounting Report 2025: MoSPI Environmental Insights and State Forest Data"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#India_Forest_Accounting_Report_2025_released_by_MoSPI_provides_detailed_forest_cover_carbon_retention_and_ecosystem_services_data_Key_insights_for_UPSC_PSCs_banking_and_government_exam_preparation\" >India Forest Accounting Report 2025 released by MoSPI provides detailed forest cover, carbon retention, and ecosystem services data. Key insights for UPSC, PSCs, banking, and government exam preparation.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#%F0%9F%8C%B2_MoSPI_Releases_First_Forest-Focused_Environmental_Accounting_Report\" >\ud83c\udf32 MoSPI Releases First Forest-Focused Environmental Accounting Report<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#%F0%9F%93%88_Forest_Cover_and_Physical_Asset_Account\" >\ud83d\udcc8 Forest Cover and Physical Asset Account<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#%F0%9F%97%BA%EF%B8%8F_Extent_Account_Forest_Area_Adjustments\" >\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Extent Account: Forest Area Adjustments<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#%F0%9F%8C%B3_Condition_Account_Growth_in_Forest_Stock\" >\ud83c\udf33 Condition Account: Growth in Forest Stock<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#%F0%9F%93%8A_Services_Account_Valuation_of_Forest_Contributions\" >\ud83d\udcca Services Account: Valuation of Forest Contributions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#Provisioning_Services_Timber_and_Non-Timber_Products\" >Provisioning Services: Timber and Non-Timber Products<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#Regulating_Services_Carbon_Retention_and_Climate_Impact\" >Regulating Services: Carbon Retention and Climate Impact<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#%F0%9F%93%9A_State-Level_Trends_and_Research_Insights\" >\ud83d\udcda State-Level Trends and Research Insights<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#%F0%9F%94%8D_Why_This_News_is_Important\" >\ud83d\udd0d Why This News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#%F0%9F%93%8A_Indias_Forest_Accounting_Milestone\" >\ud83d\udcca India&#8217;s Forest Accounting Milestone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#%F0%9F%8C%B1_Reflecting_Forest_Conservation_Efforts\" >\ud83c\udf31 Reflecting Forest Conservation Efforts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#%F0%9F%92%B0_Economic_Valuation_of_Forest_Services\" >\ud83d\udcb0 Economic Valuation of Forest Services<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#%F0%9F%93%8D_State-Level_Insights_for_Targeted_Actions\" >\ud83d\udccd State-Level Insights for Targeted Actions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#%F0%9F%93%9A_Implications_for_Competitive_Examinations\" >\ud83d\udcda Implications for Competitive Examinations<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#%F0%9F%95%B0%EF%B8%8F_Historical_Context\" >\ud83d\udd70\ufe0f Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#%F0%9F%8C%B3_Evolution_of_Forest_Accounting_in_India\" >\ud83c\udf33 Evolution of Forest Accounting in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#%F0%9F%93%88_Progress_in_Forest_Conservation\" >\ud83d\udcc8 Progress in Forest Conservation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#%E2%9C%85_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CMoSPIs_Forest_Accounting_Report%E2%80%9D\" >\u2705 Key Takeaways from &#8220;MoSPI&#8217;s Forest Accounting Report&#8221;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#FAQs_Forest-Focused_Environmental_Accounting_Report_2025\" >FAQs: Forest-Focused Environmental Accounting Report 2025<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/india-forest-accounting-report-2025\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_Forest_Accounting_Report_2025_released_by_MoSPI_provides_detailed_forest_cover_carbon_retention_and_ecosystem_services_data_Key_insights_for_UPSC_PSCs_banking_and_government_exam_preparation\"><\/span>India Forest Accounting Report 2025 released by MoSPI provides detailed forest cover, carbon retention, and ecosystem services data. Key insights for UPSC, PSCs, banking, and government exam preparation.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%B2_MoSPI_Releases_First_Forest-Focused_Environmental_Accounting_Report\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf32 MoSPI Releases First Forest-Focused Environmental Accounting Report<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On September 25, 2025, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) unveiled the inaugural &#8220;Environmental Accounting on Forest \u2013 2025&#8221; report during the 29th Conference of Central and State Statistical Organizations (CoCSSO) in Chandigarh. This comprehensive publication marks India&#8217;s first dedicated forest accounting initiative, aligning with the United Nations&#8217; System of Environmental-Economic Accounting (SEEA) framework. The report offers a detailed assessment of India&#8217;s forest resources, encompassing physical, monetary, and ecosystem service values, and spans data from 2010\u201311 to 2021\u201322.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%88_Forest_Cover_and_Physical_Asset_Account\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcc8 Forest Cover and Physical Asset Account<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Between 2010\u201311 and 2021\u201322, India&#8217;s forest cover expanded by 17,444.61 square kilometers, representing a 22.5% increase. This growth brings the total forest area to 715,000 square kilometers, accounting for 21.76% of the nation&#8217;s land area. Kerala led with the highest increase of 4,137 square kilometers, followed by Karnataka (3,122 sq km) and Tamil Nadu (2,606 sq km). This expansion is attributed to effective reforestation, afforestation, and improved forest management practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%97%BA%EF%B8%8F_Extent_Account_Forest_Area_Adjustments\"><\/span>\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Extent Account: Forest Area Adjustments<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Between 2013 and 2023, India experienced a net increase of 3,356 square kilometers in forest extent. This growth was primarily due to reclassification and boundary updates rather than new afforestation efforts. Notable gains in Recorded Forest Area (RFA) were observed in Uttarakhand (+6.3%), Odisha (+1.97%), and Jharkhand (+1.9%), reflecting enhanced mapping and data collection by state forest departments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%B3_Condition_Account_Growth_in_Forest_Stock\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf33 Condition Account: Growth in Forest Stock<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The growing stock, representing the volume of usable wood in living trees, increased by 305.53 million cubic meters (7.32%) from 2013 to 2023. Madhya Pradesh contributed the most with 136 million cubic meters, followed by Chhattisgarh (51 million), Telangana (28 million), and the Andaman &amp; Nicobar Islands (77 million). This growth indicates sustainable forest management practices and enhanced biomass productivity in these regions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8A_Services_Account_Valuation_of_Forest_Contributions\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcca Services Account: Valuation of Forest Contributions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Provisioning_Services_Timber_and_Non-Timber_Products\"><\/span>Provisioning Services: Timber and Non-Timber Products<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The total value of provisioning services, including timber, medicinal plants, fruits, and bamboo, rose from \u20b930,720 crore in 2011\u201312 to \u20b937,930 crore in 2021\u201322, constituting 0.16% of India&#8217;s GDP. Maharashtra, Gujarat, and Kerala were the leading contributors, with values of \u20b923,780 crore, \u20b914,150 crore, and \u20b98,550 crore, respectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regulating_Services_Carbon_Retention_and_Climate_Impact\"><\/span>Regulating Services: Carbon Retention and Climate Impact<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The carbon retention value of forests surged by 51.82%, from \u20b9409,100 crore in 2015\u201316 to \u20b9620,970 crore in 2021\u201322, now representing 2.63% of India&#8217;s GDP. Arunachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Assam emerged as the top contributors, with values of \u20b9296,000 crore, \u20b9156,600 crore, and \u20b9129,960 crore, respectively. This underscores the critical role of forests in climate change mitigation and India&#8217;s commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2070.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%9A_State-Level_Trends_and_Research_Insights\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcda State-Level Trends and Research Insights<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Volume II of the report provides decadal data at the state and Union Territory levels, focusing on trends in forest asset changes, ecosystem health, and contributions to provisioning and regulating services. It also includes a literature review of regional studies and valuation models, enhancing understanding of state-specific ecosystem services and facilitating the integration of forests into state GDP calculations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"India-forest-accounting-report-2025\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.insightsonindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/EnviStats-India-2025.png\" alt=\"India forest accounting report 2025\" title=\"India forest accounting report 2025\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India forest accounting report 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%94%8D_Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span>\ud83d\udd0d Why This News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8A_Indias_Forest_Accounting_Milestone\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcca India&#8217;s Forest Accounting Milestone<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The release of the &#8220;Environmental Accounting on Forest \u2013 2025&#8221; report signifies a major step in India&#8217;s environmental governance. By adopting the SEEA framework, India aligns with international standards, enabling a comprehensive assessment of its forest resources. This initiative provides policymakers with accurate data to formulate informed strategies for forest conservation and sustainable management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%B1_Reflecting_Forest_Conservation_Efforts\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf31 Reflecting Forest Conservation Efforts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The report highlights a 22.5% increase in forest cover over a decade, indicating the success of reforestation and afforestation programs. The significant rise in &#8216;very dense forest&#8217; areas by 22.7% further emphasizes the effectiveness of conservation efforts in enhancing forest quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%92%B0_Economic_Valuation_of_Forest_Services\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcb0 Economic Valuation of Forest Services<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By assigning monetary values to forest services, the report underscores the economic importance of forests. The substantial increase in carbon retention value, amounting to 2.63% of India&#8217;s GDP, highlights forests&#8217; critical role in climate regulation and their contribution to the national economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%8D_State-Level_Insights_for_Targeted_Actions\"><\/span>\ud83d\udccd State-Level Insights for Targeted Actions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The state-specific data provided in the report allows for a nuanced understanding of regional forest dynamics. This information is crucial for tailoring conservation and development policies to address local challenges and opportunities effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%9A_Implications_for_Competitive_Examinations\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcda Implications for Competitive Examinations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For students preparing for government exams, this report offers valuable insights into environmental economics and forest management. Understanding the SEEA framework and India&#8217;s forest accounting practices can enhance knowledge in subjects related to geography, environment, and economics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%95%B0%EF%B8%8F_Historical_Context\"><\/span>\ud83d\udd70\ufe0f Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%8C%B3_Evolution_of_Forest_Accounting_in_India\"><\/span>\ud83c\udf33 Evolution of Forest Accounting in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India&#8217;s journey towards forest accounting began with the adoption of the SEEA framework in 2018. This initiative aimed to integrate environmental assets into national economic accounts, providing a holistic view of the economy-environment nexus. The &#8220;Environmental Accounting on Forest \u2013 2025&#8221; report is the culmination of years of data collection and analysis, reflecting India&#8217;s commitment to sustainable development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%F0%9F%93%88_Progress_in_Forest_Conservation\"><\/span>\ud83d\udcc8 Progress in Forest Conservation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the past decade, India has implemented various policies and programs to enhance forest cover and quality. The increase in forest cover and the growth in &#8216;very dense forest&#8217; areas are testament to the success of these initiatives. However, challenges remain, as indicated by the decline in &#8216;moderately dense forest&#8217; areas, necessitating continued efforts in forest conservation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%9C%85_Key_Takeaways_from_%E2%80%9CMoSPIs_Forest_Accounting_Report%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>\u2705 Key Takeaways from &#8220;MoSPI&#8217;s Forest Accounting Report&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1.<\/td><td>India&#8217;s forest cover increased by 17,444.61 sq. km (22.5%) from 2010\u201311 to 2021\u201322.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2.<\/td><td>The &#8216;very dense forest&#8217; category grew by 22.7%, indicating successful conservation efforts.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3.<\/td><td>Carbon retention value of forests rose by 51.82%, now representing 2.63% of India&#8217;s GDP.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4.<\/td><td>State-specific data provides insights for targeted forest management strategies.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5.<\/td><td>The report aligns with the UN SEEA framework, enhancing India&#8217;s environmental accounting practices.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">India forest accounting report 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Forest-Focused_Environmental_Accounting_Report_2025\"><\/span>FAQs: Forest-Focused Environmental Accounting Report 2025<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. What is the MoSPI Forest-Focused Environmental Accounting Report 2025?<\/strong><br>The report is India\u2019s first dedicated forest accounting initiative released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI). It provides detailed data on forest cover, ecosystem services, and monetary valuation of forests from 2010\u201311 to 2021\u201322 using the UN SEEA framework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Which framework is used in the report for environmental accounting?<\/strong><br>The report follows the United Nations\u2019 System of Environmental-Economic Accounting (SEEA), which integrates environmental assets with national economic accounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. How much has India\u2019s forest cover increased according to the report?<\/strong><br>India\u2019s forest cover increased by 17,444.61 square kilometers, a 22.5% growth, reaching a total area of 715,000 square kilometers (21.76% of total land).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Which states showed the highest forest growth in the last decade?<\/strong><br>Kerala (4,137 sq km), Karnataka (3,122 sq km), and Tamil Nadu (2,606 sq km) led in forest cover expansion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. What is the value of forest carbon retention in India?<\/strong><br>The carbon retention value of forests increased by 51.82%, from \u20b9409,100 crore in 2015\u201316 to \u20b9620,970 crore in 2021\u201322, representing 2.63% of India\u2019s GDP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6. Why is this report important for government exams?<\/strong><br>It provides insights into forest management, environmental economics, and state-level conservation data, which are relevant for exams like UPSC, PSCs, banking, defence, and teaching positions with environment-related questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>7. What are the key forest services mentioned in the report?<\/strong><br>The report includes provisioning services (timber, fruits, medicinal plants, bamboo) and regulating services (carbon retention and climate mitigation).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>8. Which states contributed most to carbon retention?<\/strong><br>Arunachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Assam are the top contributors to carbon retention value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>9. What historical context does the report provide?<\/strong><br>It reflects India\u2019s adoption of the SEEA framework since 2018 and its decade-long forest conservation efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>10. 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