Chandigarh Forests

Department of Forest & Wildlife
UT Administration
Chandigarh

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Messages from Chief Conservator of Forests, U.T Chandigarh

Forests are essential to life on Earth. They serve as habitats for a diverse range of species from large mammals to microscopic organisms and provide invaluable ecological, economic, health, social, and emotional benefits to humanity.
 
After oceans, forests are the world’s second-largest storehouse of carbon, and are therefore rightly termed as carbon sinks. By absorbing carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and storing it in wood, leaves and soil, forests play a crucial role in climate change mitigation. They also generate oxygen, essential for all living beings and play a significant role in maintaining the global water cycle.
 
The green assets of the city including Shivalik Arboretum, Butterfly Park, Peacock Park, City Forests, Botanical Garden and the Nature Interpretation Centre are significantly contributing to the enhancement of Chandigarh green footprint. These spaces not only add to the ecological value of the city but also improve the quality of life, making Chandigarh truly the “City Beautiful.”
 
I am pleased to share that, owing to the sustained and sincere efforts of greening agencies, dedicated stakeholders and proactive citizens, Chandigarh green cover has increased by 830 hectares over the last two years, as reported in the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023 in comparison to ISFR 2021 published by the Forest Survey of India, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India.
 
Friends, this is just the beginning. I firmly believe that with the continued commitment of the Forest Department, collaboration of all stakeholders and above all the unwavering support of environmentally conscious citizens, we will continue to protect and conserve these invaluable natural resources for future generations.

Saurabh Kumar, IFS, CCF

Chief Conservator of Forests, Chandigarh Administration, Union Territory, Chandigarh

I sincerely seek your cooperation and continued support in this collective mission. I take great pride in the dedication of the Forest Department, Chandigarh, whose team remains committed to leaving no stone unturned in safeguarding the rich flora and fauna of this Union Territory.

The same diligence and passion being demonstrated will continue to guide us in the future, as we strive to make Chandigarh a healthier and greener place to live for both humans and all other life forms

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Chief Conservator of Forests & Chief Wildlife Warden is the Head of the Department. There is one post of Conservator of Forests & two posts of Deputy Conservator of Forests viz.

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