Kathmandu, July 1 -- Experts on forestry and natural resource management have slammed the government over the 'Forest Bill', calling it ambiguous and faulty, which reflects the tendency to consolidate power in the Centre.

The bill, which has been tabled in Parliament, has drawn criticism from community forest promoters for deviating from the notion of federalism.

Dil Khatri, an expert on forest management and executive director with Southasia Institute of Advanced Studies, said the current bill is a reflection of the centre's attempt to grab more power.

The forest bill, according to critics, has failed to rightfully distribute powers among the three levels of government. The bill has also been accused of creating confusion regarding ow...