A 20-cent plot in Ashramam Maidanam in Kollam is now richer with more than 3,200 plants as the place is now a mini forest. The Miyawaki forest, set up on the grounds, has been created by the Kerala Development and Innovation Strategic Council (K-DISC).
Mr. M. Mukesh, MLA, inaugurated the Miyawaki forest project on June 5, marking the World Environment Day. The micro forest was developed by K-DISC in association with the District Tourism Promotion Council.With over 165 species of plants including medicinal varieties, the 20-cent fallow plot is now a green haven.