Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, February 1-
An Indian Forest Service, IFoS, of the 1994 batch Mr. Dharminder Sharma took over the charge of Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and the Head of Forest Force, Punjab (PCCF, HoFF) here today at the forest complex in Sector - 68. Besides, he would continue to hold the charge of PCCF Wildlife and Chief Wildlife Warden, Punjab till the next incumbent gets posted.
Thanking the CM Bhagwant Singh Mann and the Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak for reposing faith in his abilities, Sharma said that boosting eco Tourism, proper upkeep of the wetlands, evolving steps for increasing green cover in the State and employment avenues at local level would be his focus areas.
Stating further that the 'Van Mahotsav' to be held in July 2025 would be a unique event, Mr. Sharma gave a clarion call to the people to plant more trees as bequeathing a legacy of clean and green environment for future generations is the need of the hour.
It is pertinent to mention that the new incumbent is a UPSC Topper of 1994 IFoS batch, and is a forester, a botanist and a natural resource manager by education and training.