What is the total forest area of Madhya Pradesh and its percentage of the state’s area?

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As of the Indian State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023, Madhya Pradesh has India\'s largest forest cover by area, at 77,073 sq km, which is approximately 25% of its total geographical area, though older data (ISFR 2019/2021) shows its Recorded Forest Area as over 94,000 sq km (around 30.72%). It ranks among India\'s top forest-rich states, supporting rich biodiversity, climate balance, and forest-dependent communities.

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94,689 sq km – 30.72% As of the Indian State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023, Madhya Pradesh has India\'s largest forest cover by area, at 77,073 sq km, which is approximately 25% of its total geographical area, though older data (ISFR 2019/2021) shows its Recorded Forest Area as over 94,000 sq km (around 30.72%). It ranks among India\'s top forest-rich states, supporting rich biodiversity, climate balance, and forest-dependent communities.

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