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J&K State Forest Service Officers AssociationMeeting with PCCF (HoFF), J&KThe J&K State Forest Service Officers Associat...
07/01/2026

J&K State Forest Service Officers Association
Meeting with PCCF (HoFF), J&K

The J&K State Forest Service Officers Association called on the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (HoFF), J&K, on the occasion of his taking over charge.
Apart from extending a warm welcome to the new PCCF (HoFF), the Association discussed in detail the long-pending issues confronting the State Forest Service (SFS) and the stagnation affecting officers across cadres.
The PCCF (HoFF) agreed in principle to upgrade the downgraded DCF posts of the Forest Protection Force, which would pave the way for much-needed career progression of officers suffering stagnation in the department.
The issue of pay anomalies was also discussed, and the PCCF assured that the matter would be examined and addressed.
Regarding common seniority of all wings, the PCCF agreed that anomalies in service matters need correction and conveyed that the issue would be taken up by providing notional effect, wherever feasible.
The PCCF further expressed the view that an all-stakeholders meeting should be convened to minimize service-related litigation and to facilitate necessary amendments in service rules, ensuring long-term stability and fairness in the cadre.
The meeting concluded on a positive and constructive note, with the Association expressing hope for early and tangible outcomes.

Today on 10-12-2025 JK State Forest Service Officers Association ( JKSFSAO) represented by Deputy Director Forest Force ...
10/12/2025

Today on 10-12-2025 JK State Forest Service Officers Association ( JKSFSAO) represented by Deputy Director Forest Force Anantnag Mr Mir Mushtaq , Deputy Director FPF Lidder Mr Nawab Ahmad Magray and Deputy Director Shopian Mr Mohd Sarwar Shah visited the bereaved family of martyr Gh Mohd Shah who sacricificed his life in the line of duty while safeguarding forests from fire on 07-12-2025 and became 113th martyr of Forest Department in the line of duty.

The martyr was combating Forest fire in compartment 48/V Pethallan in Hangipora Block of Forest Range Verinag of Anantnag Forest Division and slipped while beating Forest fire in a very steep and rocky portion of compartment engulfed by fire . The martyr is survived by wife , a daughter and a son.

The JKSFSOA recognises and highlighted the services and contributions made by the noble soul in the service of Forest Department , Ecological conservation, Forest Protection and selfless services rendered to mankind and generations to come
The JKSFSAO assured the bereaved family of the martyr that our welfare forum will follow up and facilitate at every level from the office of Range officer, DFO to government level and will ensure that legal heirs of martyred soul should get all admissible benefits in a fast and speedy manner.

The JKSFSAO shared contact details with the bereaved family members for addressing and facilitating speedy disposal of affairs , removing bottlenecks if any and to be constant touch with the bereaved family for any sort of counselling and emotional support
The JKSFSAO will try its level best to provide cash financial assistance in near future as immediate relief to bereaved family of martyr

The locals of the area paid special thanks to the JKSFSAO for showing deep concerns for the bereaved family of the martyr

President
JK State Forest Service
Officers Association

07/12/2025

J&K STATE FOREST SERVICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION

GUL MOHAMMAD SHAH

A Forest Guard Laid Down His Life – Our Silence Must Not

A brave Forest Guard has laid down his life while trying to douse the forest fire. He did not think of himself. He only thought of duty. He protected the forests, the people, and the very lungs of this land—at the cost of his own life.

He fulfilled his duty.
Now it is our duty to make the Government realise the supreme sacrifice made by one of their own.

This sacrifice cannot be allowed to become just another news item forgotten tomorrow.

Today, our voice must rise not only in mourning, but in demanding safety, insurance cover, proper protection gear, and a risk allowance for all forest personnel who continue to fight fires, poachers, and hostile situations with bare hands.

When a uniform falls, it is not a single life lost.
it is a warning that those who protect our forests are being left unprotected themselves.

Let this sacrifice become a call for:

Risk Allowance
Insurance Cover
Fire-safety equipment
Immediate recognition of duty-related martyrdom
Family support and compensation
The Government cannot turn deaf ears anymore.
This time, we will ensure they listen.
His sacrifice should become a turning point, not another forgotten tragedy.

J&K Forest Service Officers Meet Hon’ble Forest Minister Janab Javaid RanaThe J&K Forest Service Officers held a meeting...
07/12/2025

J&K Forest Service Officers Meet Hon’ble Forest Minister Janab Javaid Rana

The J&K Forest Service Officers held a meeting with the Hon’ble Forest Minister, Janab Javaid Rana Sahib, today.

The interaction aimed at giving a new lease of energy and direction to the Forest Department, with a strong emphasis on strengthening the State Forest Service cadre to effectively address emerging challenges in the forest sector.

Besides service-related matters, the delegation also highlighted key issues confronting the growth, functioning and future planning of the Forest Department across Jammu & Kashmir.

The Hon’ble Minister gave a patient hearing and assured full support to the vision and goals put forward by the officers for strengthening professional forestry in J&K.

The Association conveyed gratitude for the positive response and commitment shown by the Minister.

J&K Forest Service Officers Association called on Commissioner Secretary Forests, Ms. Sheetal Nanda (IAS), for a focused...
01/12/2025

J&K Forest Service Officers Association called on Commissioner Secretary Forests, Ms. Sheetal Nanda (IAS), for a focused discussion on key cadre issues including NFS, common seniority, pay anomalies, exclusion of Range Officers in draft rules, and service stagnation.

The meeting remained positive and constructive, with the Commissioner Secretary giving strong assurances that:

• NFS will be taken up immediately as the first deliverable.

• Officers “will not return empty-handed this time.”

• All issues will be addressed in a priority-based, time-bound manner.

• Career progression pathways for all Gazetted cadres will be examined, with amendments to rules wherever required.

The Association also briefed the PCCF (HoFF) Kashmir, who appreciated the initiative and assured full support in resolving long-pending matters affecting the SFS cadre.

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