- Uttarakhand Forest Dept plans major IFoS reshuffle
- Neena Grewal set for key forest leadership post
- New IFoS officers to join Himalayan eco zones
- Push for conservation, eco-tourism, governance
The Uttarakhand government is initiating a significant reshuffle within its Indian Forest Service (IFoS) cadre to accommodate senior officers returning from central deputation and newly appointed probationers. This move aligns with the state’s evolving emphasis on environmental governance, biodiversity conservation, and the development of eco-tourism. Such restructuring exercises historically reflect Uttarakhand’s ongoing commitment to strengthening forest administration and tackling ecological challenges unique to the Himalayan region.
The reshuffle will involve key transfers and appointments affecting administrative and field roles across the state’s Forest Department. Senior IFoS officer Neena Grewal, recently returned from her central deputation, is expected to be assigned a pivotal leadership position, possibly at the State Forest Headquarters or in a conservation-driven project. The state has also welcomed three new IFoS probationers whose initial field postings will be aligned with the broader realignment to provide hands-on experience managing the region’s sensitive ecological zones.
The process, currently underway as of August 2025, aims to bolster forest governance by streamlining operations, enhancing forest patrolling, and improving coordination with national environmental initiatives such as the Green India Mission and CAMPA (Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority). Officials stress that this exercise will optimize officer deployment, maintain regional balance, and strengthen overall forest administration across Uttarakhand’s various circles and divisions.
As the reshuffle progresses, further announcements regarding officer postings and related administrative changes are expected. Stakeholders and the public are encouraged to stay informed as the Forest Department continues to advance its forest management and conservation priorities.
