The India State of Forest Report 2023 shows that India's total forest and tree cover has reached 8,27,356.95 square kilometers, accounting for 25.17% of the country's geographical area.  Top States by Area: Madhya Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, and Maharashtra have the largest forest and tree cover. Highest Increase: Chhattisgarh recorded the maximum increase in combined forest and tree cover (684 sq km)