DODA, July 10 — In a concerted effort to promote environmental awareness and combat plastic pollution, the Forest Department conducted a cleanliness cum awareness drive at Nagni Top, located in Compartment No. 58 of Range Kuntwara, Doda district. The initiative was spearheaded by Range Officer Kuntwara Aftab Ahmed, under the supervision of the Chief Conservator of Forests (CCF), Chenab Circle, and the Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), Doda.
The drive, which focused on collecting plastic waste from the area, also aimed at sensitising the local populace to the pressing issue of plastic pollution. The team raised awareness under the theme “Your Plastic Waste is More Dangerous Than You Think,” urging collective responsibility in maintaining the ecological health of the region.
Block officers Mohd Ramzan Banday and Zakir, along with beat guards and other staff of the Forest Department, actively participated in the campaign. The officers engaged with residents, highlighting the long-term environmental hazards posed by single-use plastics and encouraging community involvement in keeping forested areas plastic-free.
Speaking on the occasion, Range Officer Aftab Ahmed appealed to citizens to adopt sustainable practices and to view the preservation of natural resources as a shared duty. “Public participation is essential if we are to safeguard the natural heritage of our region,” he said.
The drive was met with appreciation from the local community, who commended the Forest Department’s proactive approach and lauded the dedication of its field staff, particularly the leadership shown by Range Officer Aftab Ahmed.
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Farid Ahmed Naik is Executive Editor for The Chenab Times and first Sarazi language news reporter. He also covers Crime and Politics on CT. Read More…
