Jharkhand’s forest communities crumble under climate change and government apathy

Long dry spells, erratic rains, an unorganized market and lack of clarity on forest rights have dealt a blow to the livelihoods of the state’s indigenous people.

06 October, 202315 min
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Jharkhand’s forest communities crumble under climate change and government apathy

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