Madhya Pradesh Leads the Green Credit Programme: A Model for Environmental Conservation
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Programme Name | Green Credit Programme (GCP) |
| Launch Authority | Central Government of India |
| Lead State | Madhya Pradesh |
| Total Land Parcels | 500 |
| Total Area Covered | 4,980 hectares |
| States Involved | 10 states: Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, Chhattisgarh, Gujarat, Assam, Bihar, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Odisha |
| Total Area Earmarked | Over 10,000 hectares |
| Key Focus | Rehabilitation of degraded forest lands, encouragement of indigenous species |
| Administering Body | Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) |
| Digital Infrastructure | Dedicated platform for registration, verification, and issuance of Green Credit certificates |
| Verification Process | Self-verification for small projects; designated agencies for larger projects |
| Incentives | Tradable Green Credit certificates |
| Participants | Individuals, industries, philanthropic organizations, local governing bodies |
| Objective | Foster voluntary environmental actions and sustainable practices |