Goa, June 5 -- In a bold step toward sustainable urban development, the Goa government will soon mandate the Vertical Forest concept for all buildings with a Floor Space Index (FSI) above 250-300. This landmark policy, spearheaded by the Urban Development, Town & Country Planning, and Forest Departments, aims to boost urban greenery and promote eco-friendly construction in high-density areas.

According to Town & Country Planning Minister Vishwajit Rane, Occupancy Certificates will be issued only if developers fully comply with the Vertical Forest guidelines, which are expected to be notified officially soon.

Alongside this, Minister Rane also announced an ambitious greening initiative to convert the legacy dump site at Sonsodo into a th...