Forest Fire Awareness Program in Thimphu

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The Department of Local Governance, in collaboration with the Thimphu Dzongkhag Administration and Department of Forests and Park Services, conducted a forest fire awareness program across Chang, Dagala, Mewang, Kawang, Geney, and Naro Gewogs from 10-12 December, 2025. 

The program discussed the forest fire situation over the past two years, highlighting key issues, challenges, lessons learned, and the way forward. It also included updates on activities and measures to prevent forest fires, along with an overview of the amendments related to forest fires under the Forest and Nature Conservation Rules and Regulations 2025. 

During the same program, an overall disaster management briefing was also provided to the participants. The main objective of the program was to strengthen awareness and prevent forest fire incidents through collective responsibility.


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