Karnataka's forests regulate monsoon patterns and groundwater recharge across 20 percent of the state, directly affecting water availability for 68 million residents through transpiration cycles and watershed protection.
Forests in Karnataka provide essential shelter, food, water, and breeding grounds for millions of species, from tigers and elephants to birds and insects, creating complex ecosystems vital for biodiversity.
Forests provide Karnataka's water security, climate regulation, biodiversity, and livelihoods for millions, making their conservation essential for the state's ecological and economic future.
