Three-day training program, "Empowering Range Forest Officers: Strategies for Forest Land Conservation & Regulatory Frameworks"
Today marked the final day of our three-day training program, "Empowering Range Forest Officers: Strategies for Forest Land Conservation & Regulatory Frameworks," at KFRI. It has been an enriching journey of legal learning and field exploration!
Highlights of Day 3 (15.01.2026):
๐๏ธ Judicial Trends & Conservation:
We had a vital session today with Ms. Chinnu Janardanan (Assistant Conservator of Forests & Liaison Officer, Ernakulam), who walked us through recent key Kerala High Court verdicts. Her analysis of judicial trends in forest conservation provided officers with essential legal foresight for their daily duties.
๐ฆ Field Visit:
The participants visited the Thrissur Zoological Park, Puthur, examining ex-situ conservation management firsthand.
๐ Valedictory Session:
The program concluded with a formal Valedictory Session.
โข Certificate Distribution: We were honored to have Mr. B N Nagaraj IFS (Director, Thrissur Zoological Park) distribute certificates to the participants.
Heartfelt thanks to Dr. V B Sreekumar, Principal Scientist, KFRI and Sri.Najmal Ameen ACF & Special Officer,Zoological Park for the seamless organization of this event today.
Most importantly, thank you to all the Range Forest Officers for your active participation and enthusiasm over the last three days. We hope the legal strategies and field insights gained here will serve you well in your duties.
Published on: Friday, January 16, 2026
