EnvironmentTuesday, 24 March 2026·The Hindu
Manipur’s Ningol Van Initiative launched on International Day of Forests 2026
Manipur launched the Ningol Van Initiative on 21 March 2026 to strengthen community participation in forest conservation.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On 21 March 2026, the Manipur government launched the Ningol Van Initiative on International Day of Forests, with the 2026 theme “Forests and Economies”, to expand community participation in forest conservation across all 16 districts.
Key specifics
- The launch date was 21 March 2026, coinciding with International Day of Forests.
- The 2026 theme is “Forests and Economies”.
- The initiative will be expanded across all 16 districts of Manipur.
- Under Van Dhan Vikas Kendras, 11 micro food-processing units have been set up.
- 95% of those micro food-processing units are operated by women.
Exam lens
Environment + state initiative, 21 March 2026, Manipur, 16 districts, 11 units, 95% women — TNPSC may ask the theme, district count and women-led livelihood component.