SRINAGAR: Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Head of Forest Force (PCCF/HoFF), Jammu & Kashmir, Suresh Kumar Gupta chaired a meeting today to review the development of integrated Green Forest Campuses across the Kashmir region.

The meeting was attended by  T. Rabi Kumar, Additional PCCF and CEO CAMPA; Irfan Rasool Wani, Chief Conservator of Forests, Kashmir; Tawheed Ahmad Deva, Conservator of Forests, Srinagar Circle; Dr. Syed Nadeem, Conservator of Forests, South Circle; Ifan Ali Shah, Conservator of Forests, North Circle; along with all territorial  Divisional Forest Officers (DFOs) of the Kashmir region.

The discussion focused on the master plans for developing eco-friendly and sustainable integrated Green Campuses in existing forest offices. PCCF underscored the need for detailed planning and effective execution to ensure these campuses become models of environmental sustainability.

He directed DFOs to conduct safety audits of old and unsafe structures within forest campuses and dispose them off to make way for new development. He stressed the importance of creating comprehensive site plans that include nursery, rainwater harvesting, plantations, waste disposal and adoption of integrated complexes having sister department at one place.

The meeting concluded with directives for regular monitoring and  periodic reviews to track progress, address challenges, and ensure the timely and effective implementation of Green Forest Campuses across Kashmir.

Your voice can reach the world: At JK Monitor, we firmly believe that every well-researched idea has the power to inspire change beyond geographical boundaries. We are delighted to share an encouraging message from one of our esteemed contributors, Dr. Rakesh Verma (J&K Forest Services). ā€œHis article, ā€˜When Trees Become Rights-Bearing Citizens: A Lesson from Canada for India’s Ecological Future,’ published on JK Monitor, received appreciation from La Compagnie des Papillons Bleus, the French non-profit organisation that founded and promotes the Universal Declaration of Tree Rights.ā€.  Read the message here
In loving memory of Dr. Priya Ranjan: A mentor who treated me like family
A Profound Loss: JK Monitor Mourns the Passing of Founding Chairman Dr. Priya Ranjan

We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan.IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

— Team JK Monitor

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