The Forest Rights Act, 2006, has significantly transformed the lives of the forest-dwellers in Chaingada village, Budhmu block, Ranchi district, Jharkhand. Prior to the enactment of this legislation, the villagers faced numerous challenges and lived in constant fear of the forest department’s actions. The implementation of the Forest Rights Act, supported by initiatives like the Jharkhand Jungle Bachao Andolan, has […]
Introduction to Raisinghdiri: Raisinghdiri, nestled amidst forests and mountains in Jharkhand, was a village plagued by poverty and land disputes before the implementation of the Forest Rights Act. Home to predominantly Munda tribal families, their history is one of struggle against exploitation and marginalization. Pre-FRA Era Challenges: The village faced a litany of challenges, including legal battles with the Forest […]
Introduction: – Dango village, situated under Kuchai block of Seraikela-Kharsawan district, lies approximately 4 km southwest from the block headquarters. The village comprises five tolas inhabited by people from Munda, Ho, Tanti, Gop, and Lohar communities. Around 85 percent of the villagers depend on the forest for their livelihood. Dango village actively participates in various programs and activities. Population and […]
On May 18th, 2024, a significant incident took place in the village of Lalkimati, located within the Tajpur Panchayat of Chouparan block in Hazaribagh District. The Forest Department demolished two houses that were under construction, leaving the affected families in distress and igniting a heated discussion on community forest rights. The Incident The houses belonged to Nainu Munda, husband of […]
On February 20th, 2024, the villagers of Rouro in Upar Barga Panchayat, Gola Prakhand, Ramgarh district, came together for a momentous occasion to assert their rights under the Forest Rights Act (FRA) of 2006. This significant event saw the villagers erect billboards along their traditional forest boundaries, emphasizing their entitlements under Section 3(1)(i) and Section 5 of the FRA. A […]