Telangana Leads South India in Greenery, Tigers Roar in Amrabad Reserve

• Telangana tops southern states in increasing greenery, exceeding national average with 24.69% forest cover.
• Ambitious 'Vanamahotsavam' (Telangana Ku Haritha Haram) program drives significant increase in forest area and wildlife population.
• Amrabad Tiger Reserve sees tiger population surge from 12 in 2018 to projected 42 by 2026, becoming a major habitat.
• Mulugu district leads with 64.64% forest cover; government targets 33% statewide and focuses on less green districts.
• Amrabad Tiger Reserve approved for eco-tourism development, showcasing Telangana's biodiversity with 2,939 plant and 365 bird species.