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How Abdul Kareem Turned 32 Acres of Barren Wasteland Into a Thriving Forest in Kerala
Abdul Kareem transformed 32 acres of barren rock in Kerala into a thriving groundwater recharging forest.
September 20, 2026
Abdul Kareem transformed 32 acres of barren rock in Kerala into a thriving groundwater recharging forest.
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