NAVA KERALA SADAS (NKS)

Democratizing Governance Through Public Deliberation

Government of Kerala

Vana Sadas

Forest Community Engagement Program

Program Overview

Vana Sadas was a specialized outreach program focused on addressing the concerns of forest-dwelling communities and conservation issues in Kerala's forest areas.

The program provided a platform for:

Direct dialogue between forest communities and government officials
Resolution of long-pending forest rights issues
Discussion of conservation challenges
Implementation of welfare schemes for tribal populations

Key Focus Areas

Community Welfare

Land rights and titles for tribal communities
Access to education and healthcare
Livelihood support programs
Housing schemes

Conservation

Human-wildlife conflict resolution
Forest protection measures
Eco-tourism development
Climate change adaptation

Sustainable Development

Vana Sadas emphasized the balance between ecological conservation and the rights of forest-dwelling communities, aligning with Kerala's commitment to sustainable development.