Objectives

(i) To meet the need for fuel wood, small timber, bamboo, fodder and other minor forest produce on sustainable basis, (ii) To release cow dung as manure for increasing agricultural production, (iii) To provide gainful employment opportunities to the rural population, (iv) To develop cottage industries, (v) To provide efficient soil and water conservation, (vi) To provide efficient soil and water conservation, (vii) to improve aesthetic value of an area and to meet the recreational needs of the population.