The Odisha Government is planning to put the Barbara forest on the ecotourism map.

Barbara forest is located near Chilika lake in coastal Odisha.

It is known as Asia’s largest Teak and Sal forest.

Districts: The forest touches three districts Khordha, Nayagarh and Ganjam of Odisha.

Named After: The forest is named after a British forest officer’s wife, who was killed in a tiger attack in the area 100-odd years ago.

Significance: It is said to be the only forest in India that is guarded by the CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) for protecting natural resources.

Source: TOI