The Chipko Movement of the 1970s is remembered as a people’s revolution that protected India’s forests. Villagers, led by women, embraced trees to prevent them from being felled. Their cry, “Ecology is permanent economy,” sparked awareness about the importance of forests. Today, decades later, the essence of Chipko is still alive — but the challenges have evolved. Modern industries, printing, and packaging continue to fuel large-scale deforestation. Despite digital progress, paper consumption remains high, and millions of trees are still cut every year to meet demand. This not only reduces forest cover but also disrupts ecosystems, affects rainfall patterns, and contributes to climate change. Chipko Movement 2.0 Chipko Movement 2.0 is a revival of the old spirit, but with a modern, sustainable twist. Instead of only hugging trees to stop them from being cut, the movement emphasizes adopting recycled paper and sustainable alternatives to reduce demand at the root. How R...