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Forest University in Gorakhpur: UP’s Planned Campus

23 December 20251 min read
ENVIRONMENT & ECOLOGYForest Universityin Gorakhpur: UP’sPlanned Campus23 December 2025safalsetu.com

Why in the news

Uttar Pradesh announced plans for what is described as India’s first university devoted solely to forests, at Gorakhpur.

Key facts

  • Subjects: forestry, wildlife, ecology and climate change.
  • Campus: 125 acres beside the Jatayu Conservation and Breeding Centre.
  • Funds: ₹50 crore earmarked for early work.
  • Teaching style: field-based learning and conservation research.

Significance

  • Builds skilled people for biodiversity protection and green jobs.

Exam angle

  • Location: Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh.
  • Campus size 125 acres; initial allocation ₹50 crore.

Test yourself

1. Where is India's first dedicated forest university being set up?

The notes place it in Gorakhpur, Uttar Pradesh.

2. How large is the campus planned for the forest university?

The campus spans 125 acres near the Jatayu Conservation and Breeding Centre.

3. How much has been allocated for initial work on the Gorakhpur forest university?

The notes give ₹50 crore for initial work.

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