BAN of Conocarpus: Recommendation to Govt
Kere Manjunath ಕೆರೆ ಮಂಜುನಾಥ್
Bengaluru: The Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, who is the head of the Forest Force, has recommended to the government that the cultivation of Conocarpus saplings, which cause problems such as allergy, respiratory problems, cough, cold, asthma etc. to humans, should be banned.
Forest Minister Ishwara Khandre had written a letter to the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests on July 2, referring to the special report on 'Dubai Plant', which was published in Prajavani on June 5. Conocarpus plants which spoil the 'rain environment' and adversely affect the health of citizens should be checked. The minister had suggested that the social forestry department should be given a clear instruction not to plant conocarpus saplings in all parts of the state if there is a scientific adverse effect.
The Chief of the Forest Force, who has reviewed this, said, 'The Gujarat State Forest Department issued an order on June 26, 2023 and banned the cultivation of Conocarpus saplings. Telangana State has banned the cultivation of Conocarpus in nurseries and gardens. Several research studies have reported negative effects of Conocarpus (Dubai Tree). Conocarpus tree pollen mixes with environmental air and has adverse effects on human health. As the roots of the tree grow deep, there is a possibility of damaging the cable wire and drainage system as well.
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As per Karnataka Tree Protection Act- 27AA of 1976, cultivation of Conocarpus saplings can be prohibited. On July 19, the Chief of Forest Force has informed the Additional Chief Secretary of the Forest, Environment and Biology Department along with a copy of the research studies that the government may issue an order prohibiting the cultivation of conocarpus saplings in forest plantations, roadsides, forest plantations, other forest areas and elsewhere.
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