That’s like bringing back forests the size of 200 Goas. And it happened while no one was really watching. The credit? Not just nature. It’s a mix of smart policy (Green India Mission, Nagar Van Yojana), rural job creation, and global commitments like the Bonn Challenge. Even more surprising; this wasn’t just about saving trees. It was about saving livelihoods too. Thousands got jobs planting, protecting, and managing these landscapes. What’s even cooler? India didn’t stop at 21 million hectares. We pledged 26 million by 2030. And we’re on track. This isn’t just eco-warrior stuff; it’s economic strategy dressed as green revival. Who knew trees could be such good policy?