What are the concerns raised by the Supreme Court regarding forest fires in Uttarakhand
Supreme Court dismisses rain gods and cloud-seeding as solutions to forest fires in Uttarakhand.
1. The Supreme Court expressed concerns about the alarming increase in forest fires in Uttarakhand, highlighting the adverse impact on the environment and biodiversity.
- The court questioned the state government's reliance on traditional practices like performing rituals to appease rain gods instead of focusing on effective forest management strategies.
- It dismissed cloud-seeding as a viable solution to combat forest fires, emphasizing the need for sustainable and long-term measures to prevent them.
- The court emphasized the importance of scientific forest management techniques, early detection systems, and adequate firefighting infrastructure to address the root causes of forest fires.
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