Gajapati: The number of Red Sanders (Lal Chandan) trees in Gajapati district forest is severely declining. Historically, the district boasted the largest Red Sands forest in Asia. However, the current scenario is alarming, with the forest dwindling drastically.
Paralakhemundi DFO S Anand expressed concern over the depletion of red sander trees. He said, "During the reign of the Paralakhemundi Maharaja, red sander trees were planted on a large scale and were well maintained."
