Devote best service for environment protection: CM to IFS Probationers

JAMMU: The probationers of Indian Forest Service (IFS) allotted to Jammu and Kashmir State today called on Chief Minister, here and interacted with him discussing various matters pertaining to their service and personal aspects.
Underlining the importance of their service in the protection and conservation of forests and environment in the State of Jammu and Kashmir, globally renowned for its scenic splendour, natural beauty and rich biodiversity, the Chief Minister asked the IFS probationers to exhibit their best expertise and knowledge in the preservation and protection of this treasure of this State.
The Chief Minister said that Jammu and Kashmir’s diverse and rich fauna, flora, forests, mountains, water bodies, pastures, flower meadows and natural grandeur and beauty have great bearing on its tourist industry and on the economic development.
Omar Abdullah said his government has flagged this aspect as one of the most important concerns in development policy. He said various measures have been initiated to restore degraded forests and bring parched forest areas under vegetation. He said massive awareness campaign to encourage protection of forests and environment is integral part of the forests development programme in the State. The government is also involving people in afforestation drives and taking measures to restrict unnecessary felling of trees in the forest areas. He said special schemes for preservation of water bodies and tourist areas are also in place.
“While rendering your service in the State you have to focus attention on this aspect to help protect and preserve State’s environment and forest wealth”, he said and wished them success. (KMW NEWS)