BARAMULLA, JUNE 19: Minister for Forest, Ecology & Environment, Javed Ahmed Rana, today released a comprehensive booklet showcasing the eco-parks developed across Baramulla district by the Jhelum Valley Forest Division.
The event was held in Baramulla in presence of local MLAs and senior officers.
The booklet provides an insightful overview of the district’s eco-parks, highlighting their significance in promoting environmental conservation and sustainable development. These eco-parks serve as exemplary models for eco-tourism, conservation and community engagement, fostering ecological awareness and responsible land use.
By showcasing the district’s eco-parks, the booklet aims to promote eco-tourism, highlighting their natural beauty and biodiversity. Besides, it envisages awareness generation about the importance of environmental conservation and the role of eco-parks in preserving the region’s natural heritage.
Rana emphasized the need for community involvement, calling for enhancing community participation in eco-park development and recognizing the crucial role local communities play in conservation efforts.
The release of the booklet underscores the JK Government’s unwavering commitment towards preserving the region’s natural beauty and promoting sustainable development. By developing and promoting eco-parks, the Government aims to create a balance between economic growth and environmental conservation, ensuring a better future for the people of Baramulla district.
