JAMMU: The government is gearing up for implementation of Forest Rights Act 2006 in Jammu and Kashmir.
In this regard, a video conference was held with all Deputy Commissioners of the UT by top officials. The Deputy Commissioners were informed about the various milestones to be achieved at all levels, the importance of training and awareness creation among all functionaries, the modalities and schedules of the trainings, training resources and training providers.
The trainings of official members of District Level Committees and Sub-divisional Level Committees shall be conducted from 29th to 31st December and trainings for frontline Government functionaries belonging to Revenue and Forest Department shall be conducted from first week of January, 2021. This shall be followed by awareness cum training of the members of Forest Rights Committees as well as Sarpanches and Panchayat Secretaries for a thorough understanding of their role in the implementation of the Act.
After the completion of training on rights and determination of rights, the process will be rolled out for inviting applications from eligible forest dwellers / tribes.
Speaking on the occasion, Shaleen Kabra emphasized on smooth conduct of the process at all levels by the Deputy Commissioners.
Sarita Chauhan made a presentation on the roadmap for implementation of Forest Rights Act, 2006, while Rehana Batul gave details of functions of all Committees and Dr. Mohit Gera, IFS, PCCF (HoFF), J&K made a brief presentation on trainings and awareness to be created at different levels of Committees.
— Information Department

KR Desk