Thoubal denizens briefed on forest fire
Source: Chronicle News Service
Thoubal, March 07 2024:
Under the Forest Fire Prevention and Management (FFPM) Scheme 2023-24, Thoubal Forest Division conducted daylong awareness programme on 'Conservation and Protection of Forest Resources from Forest Fire' at its office premises on Thursday.
The programme was attended by retired chief conservator of forests A Bonbirdhwaja, divisional forest officer (DFO), Thoubal Dr L Jeeceelee and People for Animal executive member Deepak Hodam as members on the dais.
Deepak also spoke as resource person on preventive measures by public during forest fire as a part of the programme also participated by students and members of Joint Forest Management Committee, Thoubal.
Meanwhile, Dr Jeeceelee informed that as the dry spell is generally associated with incidents of forest fire, the programme aims to inform the masses about | importance of forest and need for protecting it from forest lire.