Synopsis: The Telangana government has transferred the management of forest land settlements from Joint Collectors to Additional Collectors, appointing them as ex-officio Forest Settlement Officers in all districts to expedite dispute resolution. The move aims to strengthen forest governance, ensure consistent land classification, and address objections and encroachments under the Telangana Forest Act, 1967.

In a significant administrative move, the Telangana government has appointed Additional Collectors (Revenue) as ex-officio Forest Settlement Officers across all districts of the state.

The Government Order (GO No 92), dated 24 October, marks an important shift in the management and settlement of forest lands under the Telangana Forest Act, 1967 (Act No 17 of 1967).

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