<span style="color: #222222;">Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray today said that there is a need to consider that the development model should not lead to destruction of the environment.<br />'' <br />'' He was speaking while inaugurating 'Wildlife Week' at the Sahyadri State Guest House in Mumbai today.<br />'' <br />'' He expressed the view that there should be awareness about wildlife and conservation of forests among politicians as well and not just common citizens.<br />'' <br />'' The Chief Minister suggested that this subject should be included in the curriculum to create interest in forest and wildlife conservation among school children.<br />'' <br />'' He added that in order to increase vegetation, there is a need to plant indigenous trees on vacant plots and hills in the state.<br />'' <br />'' The Chief Minister also assured that the forest rangers are the true custodians of the forest and they will be provided all the necessary facilities in the near future.<br />'' <br />'' On this occasion, the logo of Pench Tiger Reserve project and the book 'Wild Maharashtra' were unveiled by the Chief Minister and other dignitaries present.</span>