Jammu, Mar 24, March 25 -- Minister for Forest, Ecology & Environment and Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana today called for collective and sustained efforts to protect forests across Jammu & Kashmir, underscoring their indispensable role in sustaining life, preserving biodiversity and ensuring a secure future. The Minister was speaking as the chief guest at a function held at the FRMC Building, Narwal, to mark the International Day of Forests.Commissioner Secretary Forests, Sheetal Nanda, PCCF, Sarvesh Rai, Chairman PCC, Vasu Yadav along with senior officers of the Forest Department, awardees and trainees were present on the occasion.Emphasizing the ecological significance of forests, he noted that Jammu & Kashmir possesses a rich and div...