Awareness programme on forest fire conducted
Source: The Sangai Express
Thoubal, March 07 2024:
An awareness programme on the topic 'Conservation and Protection of Forest Resources from Forest Fire' was held today at Forest Division Office Complex Thoubal.
The awareness programme was organised by Thoubal Forest Division under the Forest Fire Prevention and Management (FFPM) Scheme 2023-24.The programme was graced by former Chief Conservator of Forest A Bonbirdhwaja; Divisional Forest Officer, Thoubal Dr L Jeeceelee and People for Animals executive member Deepak Hodam as the presidium members.
During the programme, Deepak Hodam spoke at length on the precautionary measures to curb the spread of forest fires.
In line with the objectives of the programme, Dr L Jeeceelee said that the awareness programme has been organised to sensitise the masses on the causes of forest fire and the preventive measures amid the rising reports of forest fire in the State.
She went on to state that the programme is also aimed at inculcating the need of conserving the forests among the people considering the multiple benefits forest provide to mankind.
Today's awareness programme was attended by students and members of Joint Forest Management Committees in Thoubal district.