The 13th JICA (Japan International Cooperation Agency) forestry workshop under the Forestry Project in India was held here today.
The workshop brought together various stakeholders, including forestry officials, environmental experts, and representatives from the JICA project, to deliberate on sustainable forestry practices, afforestation efforts, and biodiversity conservation.
Governor Chandrashekhar H Vijayashankar attended the inaugural session of the workshop as the chief guest.
In his address, the Governor commended the ongoing initiatives of the JICA Forestry Project in promoting sustainable forest management, which aligns with India’s commitment to environmental conservation.
He emphasised the importance of collaborative efforts between government agencies, international organizations, and local communities in ensuring the preservation and regeneration of Meghalaya’s rich biodiversity and forest cover.
The Governor also acknowledged the significant role the JICA project has played in enhancing local livelihoods, capacity-building, and infrastructure development through its forestry initiatives. He urged continued innovation and adaptation of sustainable practices to combat challenges posed by climate change and deforestation.
The workshop featured presentations on various themes, including forest resource management, community participation in forest conservation, and the introduction of modern technologies to improve afforestation efforts.
The event concluded with a commitment to further strengthen cooperation between India and Japan for the betterment of forestry and ecological balance in the region.
