Srinagar, June 14 -- As temperatures surge across Jammu and Kashmir, the union territory faces an increasingly grave danger of forest fires. In response to this growing risk, Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo has chaired a high-level meeting with key stakeholders from the Forest Department, divisional and district administrations, and disaster management authorities. With over 20,000 square kilometres of forest cover in J&K, the need for urgent and coordinated action has become paramount. Emphasis was laid on registering volunteers from villages adjoining forest areas, particularly self-help group members and Anganwadi workers, due to their widespread presence and strong connection to local geography. These volunteers are being seen as crucial ...