APFDC, ISB To Improve Forest Management

Hyderabad: The Andhra Pradesh Forest Department (APFD), Andhra Pradesh Forest Development Corporation Limited (APFDC) and Bharti Institute of Public Policy and the Indian School of Business (ISB) announced on the ISB premises on Monday signed an MoU for a strategic collaboration to revolutionise forest management and community livelihoods in Andhra Pradesh.

The three parties agreed to create a comprehensive resource inventory of Seasonal Forest Produces (SFPs) using advanced digital and geospatial technologies. By leveraging the power of data and innovation, the collaboration will unlock the potential of forest resources and empower local communities, particularly women, to drive economic growth and sustainable development.

Speaking on the occasion, Chiranjiv Choudhary, Head of Forest Force, Andhra Pradesh Forest Department said, “We envision this collaboration to be a game changer for Forest Economy in Andhra Pradesh, especially in the context of tribal communities."