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Agriculture
Gujarat to Relax Green Rules for Farmers Near Gir
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 03:37 PM
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The Gujarat government has announced a relaxation of environmental regulations for farmers in the Gir region, aiming to boost agricultural productivity while safeguarding the ecosystem.
The state government has decided to ease green rules for farmers operating in the Gir area, a region known for its wildlife sanctuary. The move is intended to reduce the compliance burden on farmers while ensuring that ecological safeguards remain intact. By relaxing restrictions on certain agricultural practices, the government hopes to support higher crop yields and improve livelihoods in the district. The announcement comes amid growing concerns that stringent environmental norms have hindered agricultural development in the region.