{"id":3226,"date":"2026-04-01T07:31:41","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T07:31:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp.dbuniversity.ac.in\/dept-of-botany\/?p=3226"},"modified":"2026-04-01T07:31:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T07:31:41","slug":"international-forest-day-celebration-invited-lecture","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp.dbuniversity.ac.in\/dept-of-botany\/international-forest-day-celebration-invited-lecture\/","title":{"rendered":"International Forest Day Celebration & Invited Lecture"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\ud83d\udccd Assam Don Bosco University, Sonapur, Assam
\ud83d\udcc5 24 March 2026
\ud83c\udfeb Organized by: Biowizard Club, Department of Botany<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udf31 Event Overview<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Biowizard Club, Department of Botany<\/strong>, Assam Don Bosco University, successfully organized a special programme on the occasion of International Forest Day<\/strong> on 24 March 2026<\/strong> at the Auditorium, Academic Block 1.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event featured an insightful invited lecture titled:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cNTFPs to Carbon Credits: Rethinking the Role of Forests\u201d<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The programme aimed to create awareness about the ecological, economic, and social significance of forests<\/strong>, while also introducing emerging concepts such as carbon credits<\/strong> and sustainable forest resource management<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, faculty members, and research scholars<\/strong>, making it a vibrant academic gathering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfa4 Inaugural Session Highlights<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The programme commenced at 9:00 a.m.<\/strong> and was hosted by Dr. Longjam Malemnganbee Chanu<\/strong>, Programme Coordinator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Fr. Zacharias George (Registrar)<\/strong> delivered the inaugural address, encouraging active participation and learning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Dr. Thounaojam Thorny Chanu (Head, Department of Botany)<\/strong> extended a warm welcome and emphasized the relevance of forest conservation in scientific research.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Dr. Raj Kumar Pegu (Director, School of Life Sciences)<\/strong> highlighted the importance of awareness programmes in promoting sustainable environmental practices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    \ud83c\udf0d Invited Lecture<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The highlight of the event was the lecture delivered by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Dr. Kuladip Sarma<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology, Gauhati University<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Dr. Sarma delivered an engaging and informative session focusing on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • \ud83c\udf3f Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs)<\/strong> and their role in supporting rural livelihoods<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • \ud83c\udf0f Carbon Credits<\/strong> and their significance in climate change mitigation<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • \ud83c\udf33 The concept of forests as both ecological assets and economic resources<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      His lecture provided valuable insights into sustainable forest utilization and conservation strategies<\/strong>, encouraging students to think beyond traditional perspectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \ud83d\udcac Interactive Session<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      The programme concluded with an interactive session<\/strong>, where students actively engaged with the speaker through questions and discussions. This segment fostered critical thinking and deeper understanding of the topic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \ud83d\ude4f Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      The event concluded with a vote of thanks<\/strong> delivered by Dr. Bikash Kalita<\/strong>, Programme Coordinator, Department of Botany.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Overall, the programme was highly informative, inspiring, and impactful<\/strong>, reinforcing the importance of forest conservation and sustainable practices<\/strong> in today\u2019s world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      \ud83c\udf3f Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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      • Importance of forests in biodiversity conservation<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Role of NTFPs in livelihood generation<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Emerging relevance of carbon credits<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Need for sustainable resource management<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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