Shillong, May 9 -- Meghalaya is taking a big step forward in protecting the environment by using the Miyawaki Forest method - a fast and effective way of growing dense, native forests.

This method was developed in Japan by botanist Akira Miyawaki and is now being used across the state as part of a major afforestation project led by the Soil and Water Conservation Department, Government of Meghalaya.

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has played a key role in pushing for environmental conservation. He has raised serious concerns about deforestation across the state and has been working to restore green cover through various programs.

To support this effort, the state has initiated different interventions, including Green Meghalaya...