Study Identifies Over 3.4 Lakh Hectares of Cultivable Wasteland in Meghalaya
A recent study using satellite imagery and GIS technology identified over 3.4 lakh hectares of cultivable wasteland in Meghalaya, covering 15.2% of the state's area. The land was classified into sparse scrubland, dense scrubland, shifting cultivation areas, and grasslands. Sparse scrubland had the highest reclamation priority. Researchers from North-Eastern Hill University and NESAC emphasized that further assessment is needed before reclamation, and the classification does not imply immediate suitability for cultivation.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 19 Oct, 03:12 am. Other outlets followed.
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