India, March 31 -- The exchange of ideas between veteran foresters and the IFS probationers highlighted key challenges and the path forward for sustainable forest management

Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy (IGNFA), Dehradun organised a days workshop on March 20 - 21, 2025 for Indian Forest Service (IFS) officers recruited in 1974 and 1975. All officers along with their co - trainees under the Colombo plan from Nepal and Malaysia were invited. There were 32 participants including two from Nepal and one from Malaysia who took part in deliberation. Senior Foresters who retired 11 to 15 years ago, were aged between 71 and 75 years brought varying experiences from government sectors, corporations and private sectors to the table.

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