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Written by: JK Monitor News Network

Category: ENVIRONMENT

Published: 03 January 2024

JAMMU: A plantation drive was conducted on the occasion of Block Diwas at Guru Ravi Dass Mandir Thangar of Panchayat Upper Kangri  in which Sh. Rajinder Sharma District Development Counsellor Sunderbani  Sh Arun  Sharma Chairman Block Development Council Sunderbani Smt Rukmash Kumari Sarpanch Upper Kangri along with number of locals of Kangri and Sectoral officers of all line Department participated. The drive was started by Sh. Rajinder Sharma by planting a Raaj Harar plant in the Ravi Dass Mandir premises.

Distinguished guests including Mr. Vinod Baniyal, ADC Sunderbanj, graced the occasion with their presence, underscoring the importance of such initiatives in the region. The plantation drives not only symbolized a dedication to preserving the environment but also served as a call to action for local residents to participate in building a sustainable future. The active involvement of the community highlighted their deep-rooted commitment to preserving the natural beauty of Nowshera and Sunderbani regions.

"We believe that a green and clean environment is the cornerstone of a prosperous community, and it's heartwarming to see so many individuals come together for this cause," said Mr. Vinod Banihal, ADC Sunderbanj, expressing his gratitude to the participants.

Sh. Rajinder Dev Sharma, Block Officer Dharamsal, emphasized the role of such initiatives in combating climate change and preserving the unique biodiversity of the region. "Our collective effort in planting trees today is an investment in the future, ensuring a cleaner and healthier environment for generations to come," he noted. The Nowshera Forest Division remains committed to its mission of conserving and protecting the region's forests and natural resources. This event marked another significant step in their journey towards a greener, more sustainable future.

The Nowshera Forest Division is dedicated to the preservation and conservation of the region's forests and natural resources. Through various initiatives and events, the division works to engage the community in sustainable practices for a greener future. All the drives were conducted under the direct supervision of Vivek Verma IFS Conservator of Forests West Circle Rajouri ,Satyendra Maurya IFS Divisional Forest Officer Nowshera and Dr. Rakesh Verma Range Officer Sunderbani.