Forest cover

With each passing day J&K administration is working on the ground for better forest cover as it is essential for ecological balance.

Recently Lt Governor Manoj Sinha attended the International Day of Forests event at Jammu.

He called upon the people for sustainable management of forests and the judicious use of resources to combat climate change and to ensure well-being of all.

Healthy Forests are the key to Healthy living of people and it should be our topmost priority to safeguard these precious natural resources. Every element produced by nature nourishes us. Since time immemorial, the health & well-being of humans, animals & environment around us are interlinked.

He emphasized on striking a perfect balance between society and environment for a healthy ecosystem and a strong economy.

Nature is a great source of wisdom. The more we learn from nature, the more we understand that forests are not only an integral part of our existence but also essential for our mental, physical health and well-being. A society that is closer to nature is more prosperous.

On this International Day of Forests, let us rededicate ourselves to protect nature and conserve forests with the spirit of “One World, One Health”. We must protect and nurture economic, social and environmental values for the benefit of present and future generations. He directed the J&K Rural Livelihoods Mission to launch Van Sakhi Yojana in coordination with Forest Department for the socio-economic empowerment of the women entrepreneurs associated with the sector.