"I salute all those working towards wildlife protection. Be it lions, tigers and leopards, India is seeing a steady rise in the population of various animals. We should do everything possible to ensure protection of our forests and safe habitats for animals".
- PM Shri Narendra Modi

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has consistently emphasized the importance of forest conservation and environmental protection. In May 2025, he praised the Supreme Court’s decision on “zudpi jungle” lands as a historic step balancing development with ecology. On World Environment Day 2025, he urged citizens to make tree plantation a mass movement, setting a goal of planting 100 million trees in two years. By October 2025, Fadnavis highlighted the success of anti-extremism efforts in Gadchiroli, noting that the once-violence-stricken forests are now embracing peace. His initiatives reflect a vision of sustainable growth rooted in environmental stewardship.
- CM Shri Devendra Fadnavis

In October 2025, Maharashtra Forest Minister Ganesh Naik faced controversy after revealing that he had once kept a deer fawn and leopard cubs as pets before taking office. He clarified that he had released the animals upon becoming minister and that his remarks were misunderstood as a gesture of affection for wildlife. The statement sparked a political uproar, with opposition leaders demanding his resignation and legal action. Critics cited the Wildlife Protection Act, which prohibits keeping wild animals without authorization. Naik later emphasized that wild creatures belong in their natural habitats and denied ever possessing them illegally.
- CM Shri - Ganesh Naik

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has prioritized environmental protection, biodiversity promotion, and eco-tourism development as key elements of the state’s growth strategy. On World Environment Day 2025, he emphasized that Madhya Pradesh’s forests, rivers, and wildlife are “not just resources, but our identity and responsibility.” In September 2025, during a State Wildlife Board meeting, Yadav approved plans to transfer tigers to states like Odisha, Rajasthan, and Chhattisgarh. He proposed reciprocal exchanges to enhance biodiversity, including efforts to bring one-horned rhinoceroses from Assam. His initiatives reflect a vision of ecological balance tied closely to state pride and sustainable development.
- CM Shri - Mohan Yadav

Madhya Pradesh Forest Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah has called for a peaceful, cooperative approach to address deforestation in Burhanpur. He emphasized that tribals are an integral part of the nation and should not face harsh measures. Instead, he advocated finding a balance between forest protection and community welfare. Acknowledging rising land pressures as a cause of deforestation, Shah urged for public dialogue and collective responsibility. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to both environmental conservation and social harmony, stressing that protecting nature must be achieved without violence and through sustainable, inclusive efforts.
- Minister for Forests - Kunwar Vijay Shah