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Welcome to the Course
MCT is an ambitious training programme which aims to provide best training opportunities to the officers by collaborating with the best training institutions in the country and abroad. The approach of this programme is to provide updated knowledge and skills to the Indian Forest Service officers with 7-9 years of service. The participating Officers at this level are entrusted with a wide range of functions related to scientific management of forests, prevention and detection of forest and wildlife related crimes and enforcement of various laws and policies of Government. The MCT is aimed to keep them updated with the latest developments in the forestry sector at the national and global level.
Also, with the recognition of a larger role of forests in providing multiple ecosystem services, there is parallel focus now on upcoming aspects like climate change, carbon sequestration and payment of ecosystem services among other emerging issues in forest management. Simultaneously, issues such as poverty alleviation and development of interface with rural and tribal population continue to be important. MCT will provide a balanced exposure to both these aspects.
In this regard, this Course Handbook gives a snapshot of the eight week training programme. It provides information about the course curriculum, assignment, evaluation, and information about organizing institutes, key speakers and useful details about host cities.
We hope that this MCT programme adds value to your professional growth and achieves its designed objectives. Wishing you all the very best !
Objectives of MCT (Phase III)
In tune with the above expectations the general objectives for the Phase-III training have been set as follows.
· To strengthen the capacity of young officers to effectively lead the forestry sector at district level.
· To enhance information and professional knowledge about application of modern technology/skills in forest management and conservation.
· To facilitate better understanding of changes taking place in the sector at local, regional, national, and international levels so as to equip officers to manage the change effectively.
· To familiarize participants with the principles of management and their application, to develop them into effective managers and create a synergy with among various stakeholders.
· To foster a better social and cultural awareness and understanding, to tackle issues related to social welfare, poverty alleviation, for effective implementation of government policies and programmes related to these issues.
· To expose them to the best practices in the field of forestry/environmental management and conservation at national and international level.
· To enhance the writing and presentation skills of the officers to improve visibility of the sector and image of the service.
· To develop skills of the officers, especially on socio-economic analysis, synthesis and application to provide problem solving edge.
Training Structure
The MCT programme has been divided into modules that are tabulated below.
S. N.
IGNFA, Dehradun
IGNFA, Dehradun
IGNFA/ FSI Dehradun
IGNFA, Dehradun
USA/ Sweden
IIM, Lucknow
2nd – 5th September ( 4 days)
IGNFA, Dehradun
Course Modules
There are total six modules spread over 8 weeks. The in-country modules has 5 modules that covers Forestry (including Geomatics), Environment, Wildlife and Biodiversity Conservation, Management and Experience sharing, while one module is for Foreign Forestry Practices. The sessions are designed to be interactive, case study based with analytical approach.
The MCT would start from 14th July 2014 at IGNFA, Dehradun.
The topics covered in each module are as follows:
Forestry Module
Focus will be on the management of natural resources: issues, challenges and approaches. It would cover issues related with role of forests as provider of multiple goods and services, various ecosystem services, NTFP management, application of advanced technologies such as remote sensing and GIS in forest management, natural resource management and conservation through public participation, agroforestry, urban forestry and extension activities, implementation of forest governance and forest laws, improved planting stock and tree improvement programme, There will also be a component of project formulation, implementation, monitoring and evaluation aspects of project.
During this module an hour everyday will be devoted to sharing of experiences of the participants for which power point presentations of 10-12 minutes will be made by the Officer trainees. The presentations will be based on the assignment submitted by them.
The Geomatics module would provide information and practical applications of modern technology in forest management. There will be sessions on hands on exposure regarding the use of these technologies.
Environment Module
Detailed information will be given about recent environmental issues, carbon trading, and REDD plus, various policy perspectives and its implications on developed and undeveloped countries and some case studies related with the subject. Module would discuss climate impacts on forests and the role of environmental impact assessment in harmonizing environmental (biodiversity) conservation and economic development. Also sessions on disaster management have been included. EIA framework and environmental decision making process with Policy Framework for Disaster Management in India and appropriate systems of disaster prevention & mitigation has been included which will train the forest officials for the preparation of District Disaster Management Plan (DDMP).
Wildlife Management and Biodiversity Conservation Module
This module will deal with various policies and legal Instruments for conservation, area and species based conservation approaches, habitat management, ex-situ conservation, management effectiveness evaluation; biodiversity impact assessment of developmental projects on biodiversity and economics of conservation among others. A visit to Rajaji National Park has been included to give an exposure to the management practices in the park.
Management Module
The Management Module at IIM, Lucknow will focus on socio-economic changes at the national and international scenario and impact of these changes on public systems and its management, development of various skills individually and in groups for appropriate management, advancement in communication skills, creativity and nudges for effective management.
Foreign Module
The participating Officers would be divided into two groups. First group would visit Colorado State University while the second group would visit Sweden for international exposure to the forest management practices in those countries.
Visit to Colorado State University, USA would focus on the protected area planning & management, integrating social considerations in conservation planning & management, and the social aspects of human-wildlife conflict (HWC) management.
Swedish Consortium led by Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences would discuss the role of the forest authority and promotion of practices for watershed management and an introduction of Swedish forests and forestry and water issues in forest operations and protection.
Experience Sharing Based on Foreign Visit
Will involve sharing of various experiences during the international visit and its presentation by the groups on assigned topics
Assignments
Individual Assignments
During the course, an analytical paper/report will be written by each participant. The Individual assignments have been intimated to the participants before joining the program so that they have ample time and opportunity to develop their papers/ reports beforehand.
The participants will be able to select the topic of their choice centering on any of the themes given below.
These papers will be judged by external evaluators on several criteria including
1. Level of comprehension of course content
2. Level of complex, analytical thinking reflected in the written material
3. Ability to relate the subject matter to the participant‘s real world experience and skills
4. The degree of innovativeness of ideas and application of a problem solving approach
5. Ability to clearly express their ideas and thoughts.
6. Plagiarism of any kind in the assignment would lead to disqualification. It would be checked through software.
The five best papers would be selected and there will be special prizes for them. All the assignments would be posted on the e-group/ MCT website. These papers will serve as a reservoir of reading material for future sessions/batches of the MCT programme as well as for IGNFA.
Guidelines for Individual Assignment
The assignments should preferably be based on one's own experience in the field and a PPT on the assignment be made for a 10-12 minutes presentation to the group for which a separate slot has been kept.
The length of the assignment will be about 3000 words.
The last date of submission of individual assignment will be 26th July, 2014.
The assignments are to be submitted in hard copy as well as in soft copy.
Assignment Themes
3. Potential of carbon trading in India.
4. Forest conservation and poverty alleviation.
5. Mitigation and adaptation strategies under climate change.
6. Forest Conservation Act, 1980: Conservation vs development.
7. Forest carbon assessment
9. Agroforestry in India
11. Forest management for multiple value function
12. Man- animal conflict.
14. Judicial intervention and forest conservation.
15. Sustainable forest management: Criteria and indicators.
16. Human resource management in forestry.
17. Cross border illegal wildlife trade.
18. Livelihood issues and value addition in NTFPs.
19. Management of mangrove forests
20. Convergence of MNREGA and forestry
21. Forest offences: Law enforcement for increased conviction.
22. Rehabilitation of mined areas.
23. Modern tools and technology in forest management.
24. Stakeholder participation and institution building for WL conservation.
25. Disaster management and forestry.
Group Assignments/Presentations
Group Assignment will be intimated before proceeding for Foreign Module. There would be five groups for each USA and Finland Module.
The participants will prepare reports of their experiences / learning out of the foreign module. These will be done as group tasks / group presentations, and each group will be evaluated by panel based on the merit of their report and presentation.
Final evaluation score: All the above methods will be used to arrive at a composite score for each participant.
Guidelines for Group Assignment
The group working exercise will be based on the foreign study experience. The guidelines for presentations during Experience Sharing Workshop based on group working are as follows:
1. Each country visit will be divided into 5 groups of about 6 participants each.
2. For each group a separate thematic area will be assigned.
3. The participants are expected to make three presentations per group covering the thematic areas on the following issues each:
· International and national perspective on the thematic area allocated.
· Case study pertaining to foreign visit on the thematic area allocated.
· Relevance/ learnings for Indian Context on the thematic area allocated.
4. Each group will be given a total of 1 hour time in which 3 presentations of 10-12 minutes each will be made as above and the remaining time will be devoted to discussions.
5. Participants are requested to make crisp presentations with specific details. They are also requested to give a very brief (1 page approx.) write-up so that entire learnings can be compiled and circulated.
6. A panel of experts will be available during the experience sharing.
Evaluation
Evaluation of Participants
In order to evaluate the participant‘s quantitative and qualitative assessment, methods would be used to gauge the success of the training programme for each individual participant. At the same time, in order to make the programme a success, participants need to actively engage with the instructors, to take part in debates and discussions and bring their own knowledge and experience to the table. Therefore, the following methods would be applied during the programme.
The following parameters would be used for overall evaluation:
1. Minimum 90% attendance overall and participation in each module.
2. Score of minimum 60% marks for individual assignments.
3. The recommendations for successful group assignments shall be made by the evaluation panel.
Evaluation of Faculty / Feedback
1. End-lecture formal evaluation of faculty by participants in terms of
a. Clarity of presentation and articulation
b. Relevance, usefulness of content and value addition
c. Design and structure of course
2. Course review and feedback
3. End-programme evaluation 1 year later
a. Relevance to future career needs and for performance of service roles
b. Subsequent programmes to take suggestions on board
A session evaluation Performa/ Feedback Form will be distributed daily for feedback from the participants. The Evaluation Forms for resource persons will be got filled up at the end of the course..
Resources
A book, "Sustainable Forest Management for Multiple Values: A Paradigm Shift" being compiled specifically for the MCT covering wide ranging issues on SFM by authors within as well as outside the country will be distributed to the participants to enhance their knowledge and skills about the latest issues in forestry. The participants would also be handed over a course handbook with information on course curriculum and other information about the MCT programme. During the end of the course the presentations made by the subject experts would be complied and shared with the participants.
MCT Website
A web-link- mct.fri.icfre.org has been created to give online information to participants about the MCT programme. Also an e-group 'mctphase3' has been created for interacting with the participants.
Programme Schedule
Course lectures will be held at Ficus Hall, IGNFA. Weekly schedule of sessions will be posted on notice boards in IGNFA in advance under consultation with the course directors of IGNFA. Attendance will be taken during every session.
Course Design for MCT Phase III
ICFRE/ FRI Consortium – Course Design
Module: Forestry, Geomatics, Environment, Wildlife & Biodiversity Conservation (Week 1-4)
Venue: IGNFA, Dehradun
Theme
14th July, 2014 (Monday)
1st session (0930-1100 hrs)
Dr. P.P. Bhojvaid, Director, FRI
Mr. Sushil Awasthi, Addl Professor, IGNFA
3rd session (1215-1330 hrs)
E-mantra for forest management Sh. Anil Oberoi, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, Madhya Pradesh
(1330-1430 hrs)
Monitoring assessment and reporting of sustainable forest management: Criteria and indicator approach Dr. Ram Prasad, Ex Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, Madhya Pradesh
(1530-1600 hrs)
Silvicultural practices for multiple value forest functions
Dr. S. N. Rai, Ex. Principal Chief Conservator of Forests, Karnataka Forest Department , Bengaluru
Theme
15th July, 2014 (Tuesday)
Expanding scope and horizon of forestry through urban forestry Dr. P.V. Ramanareddy, CCF, Hyderabad
2nd session (1000-1100 hrs)
Panel discussion on 'Potential of agroforestry and urban forestry in greening landscapes
Chair: Dr P.P. Bhojvaid
Sh. Piare Lal, Chairman, Pragati Biotechnologies, Punjab
(1100-1130 hrs)
Mr R.K. Goel, Director, IGNFA
4th session (1230-1330 hrs)
Prof. V. K. Sharma, IIPA, New Delhi
(1330-1430 hrs)
Approaches for management of forests and natural resources for ecosystem services Dr. S.P. Singh, Chair of Excellence, FRI Deemed University
(1530-1600 hrs)
16th July, 2014 (Wednesday)
Dr. Rakesh Shah, Chairman, Biodiversity Board, Uttarakhand
(1100-1130 hrs)
Forests Rights Act, 2006 Dr. Arvind Kumar Jha, IFS, DG, Social Forestry Directorate and PCCF, Maharashtra
Economic growth and conservation of forests in context of FC Act, 1980 Mr. A.K. Bansal, Former Addl Director General of Forests, MOEF, New Delhi
(1330-1430 hrs)
(1530-1600 hrs)
17th July, 2014 (Thursday)
Conservation, development, management of NTFPs and related patenting issues in its trade Dr. G.S. Goraya, Deputy Director General, Research, ICFRE
Status of forestry extension and strategies for extension in forestry Sh. Saibal Dasgupta, Deputy Director General, Extension, ICFRE
(1100-1130 hrs)
Bamboo resources: extraction, management, value addition and marketing Mr. Vimal Dhiman, Manager, Forestry, Uttarakhand Bamboo and Fibre Development Board
(1330-1430 hrs)
Panel discussion on Impact of superior planting stock in productivity enhancement
Chair: Dr. P.P. Bhojvaid, Director, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun Panelists Dr. H.S.Ginwal, Head, G & TP Division, FRI Dr. Mohan Verghese, ITS Bangalore, Mr. Vimal Dhiman, Manager, Forestry, Uttarakhand Bamboo and Fibre Development Board
(1530-1600 hrs)
18th July, 2014 (Friday)
Scope and need for bio technological interventions in forestry Dr. G.S. Randhawa, IIT, Roorkee
Application of clonal technology in raising superior quality planting stock Dr. P.P. Bhojvaid, Director, Forest Research Institute, Dehradun
(1100-1130 hrs)
Registration of plants varieties and clonal material Dr. Manoj Shrivastava, Registrar, Protection of Plant Varieties & Farmers' Right Authority, New Delhi
(1330-1430 hrs)
Public participation in forest conservation and management Ms. Jyotsna Sitling, Uttarakhand Forest Department
(1530-1600 hrs)
Field visit (Farm Forestry activities in Yamunanagar)
19th July 2014
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Week 2:Forestry, Environment module (21st July to 26th July, 2014)
Theme
21st July, 2014 (Monday)
Introduction to project management, Project Life Cycle Dr. H.K. Dangi, Assist Professor, Faculty of Management Studies DU Delhi
Strategic perspective of project management Dr. H.K. Dangi, Assist Professor, Faculty of Management Studies DU Delhi
(1100-1130 hrs)
Behavioral aspects of project management Dr. H.K. Dangi, Assist Professor, Faculty of Management Studies DU Delhi
Network analysis Dr. A.K. Bardhan, Associate Professor, FMS DU Delhi
(1530-1600 hrs)
Scouting of project ideas Dr. H.K. Dangi/ Ms Shruti Dewen, Assist Professor/ Research Fellow, Faculty of Management Studies DU Delhi
Theme
Forests and climate change
22nd July, 2014 (Tuesday)
Physical basis of climate change Dr. K.J. Ramesh, Advisor, Ministry of Earth Sciences, GoI
(1100-1130 hrs)
REDD+ as climate change mitigation option for India's forests Dr.T.P. Singh, Asst. Director General, Biodiversity and Climate Change, ICFRE
(1330-1430 hrs)
Panel discussion on 'Forests and Climate change: Issues and challenges
Chair: Dr Mohit Gera, Addl. Professor, IGNFA
Dr. T.P. Singh, Asst. Director General, Biodiversity and Climate Change, ICFRE
Dr. V.R.S. Rawat, Scientist, ICFRE
(1530-1600 hrs)
Panel discussion on 'Forests and Climate change: Issues and challenges (contd.)
Chair: Dr Mohit Gera, Addl. Professor, IGNFA
Dr. T.P. Singh, Asst. Director General, Biodiversity and Climate Change, ICFRE
Dr. V.R.S. Rawat, Scientist, ICFRE
23rd July, 2014 (Wednesday)
Assessment of forest carbon stocks Rajesh Kumar, Joint Director, Forest Survey of India
Green India Mission: Opportunities for climate change mitigation and adaptation SH. B.M.S. Rathore, Joint Secretary, MOEF, New Delhi
(1100-1130 hrs)
Options for Carbon based forest financing Dr. Jagdish Kishwan, Fmr. ADGF-WL & Chief Policy Advisor, Wildlife Trust of India
Carbon markets and forestry projects Sh. Swapan Mehra, IoRA Ecological Solutions, New Delhi
(1330-1430 hrs)
Mr Jairaj, APCCF, Uttarakhand Forest Department
(1530-1600 hrs)
Climate change and Indian Himalayas Dr. S.P. Singh, Chair of Excellence, FRI Deemed University
Theme
24th July, 2014 (Thursday)
Principles, methods and trends in EIA practices Dr. Asha Rajvanshi, Wildlife Institute of India
(1100-1130 hrs)
Role of state government in defining resettlement & rehabilitation plans Sh. Venod Tewari, HP Power Corporation
Forest conservation with respect to EIA Sh. H.S. Sohal, CCF, Delhi
(1330-1430 hrs)
Landscape management to improve aesthetic value after mining Prof. C.K. Varshney, Former Dean, Jawahar Lal Nehru University
(1530-1600 hrs)
Recent issues in disaster management Dr. Satyendra, Executive Director, NIDM, New Delhi
Dr. Anil K. Gupta, NIDM, New Delhi
(1100-1130 hrs)
Global scenario and national policy framework: preparedness and mitigation Prof. V.K. Sharma, IIPA, New Delhi
Disaster management in Uttarakhand (case study) Commanding Officer, Indian Army, Dehradun
(1330-1430 hrs)
State Level Disaster Management/ District Disaster Management Plans (DDMP)and local level approach and strategy Anil Kumar Sinha, IAS (Rtd.) Vice Chairman, Bihar State Disaster Management Authority
(1530-1600 hrs)
Panel discussion on 'Role of nodal ministries, capacity building and way forward'
Chair: Dr. K.J. Anandha Kumar, NIDM, New Delhi
Dr. Satyendra, Executive Director, NIDM, New Delhi
Anil Kumar Sinha, IAS (Rtd.) Vice Chairman, Bihar State Disaster Management Authority
Theme
26th July, 2014 (Saturday)
Field visit to Maldeota and Mussourie to see rehabilitation work on mining sites.
Week 3: Geomatics, Wildlife & Biodiversity Conservation module (28th July to 2nd August, 2014)
Theme
Geomatics
Forest cover and forest type mapping Mrs Richa Dwivedi, Deputy Director, FSI
Application of geomatics Mr R.S. Gill, Joint Director, FSI; Dr. S.P.S. Kushwaha, IIRS; Dr. Sunil Chandra, Assistant Director, FSI
Visit to Geomatics Lab of FSI for laboratory/hands on exposure Mr Sanjay Aggarwal, Assistant Director, FSI Dr Sunil Chandra, Assistant Director, FSI
(1530-1600 hrs)
Visit to Geomatics Lab of FSI for laboratory/hands on exposure (contd) Mr Sanjay Aggarwal, Assistant Director, FSI Dr Sunil Chandra, Assistant Director, FSI
29th July, 2014 (Tuesday)
Digitisation of forest boundaries Mr. Rajesh Kallaje, Deputy Director, FSI
Monitoring of encroachment In forest areas Mr. Subhankar Sengupta, Deputy Director, FSI
(1100-1130 hrs)
Mr. R.K. Bajpai, former Deputy Director, FSI
Web based initiatives- Decision support system (DSS) Mr. Kamaljeet Singh, Deputy Director, FSI
Mr. Abhay Saxena, Assistant Director, FSI
(1330-1430 hrs)
Dr. Sunil Chandra, Assistant Director, FSI
(1530-1600 hrs)
Decadal changes and carbon sequestration in tiger reserves of Tarai Arc landscape
Mr. Kamaljeet Singh, Deputy Director, FSI
30th July, 2014 (Wednesday)
Sampling design for forest inventory Mr. Rajesh Kumar, Joint Director, FSI
Mr. Prakash Lakhchaura, Deputy Director, FSI
Applications of geomatics in projects undertaken by FSI and role of FSI in global forest resource assessment (GFRA) Mr. Prakash Lakhchaura, Deputy Director, FSI
Web based initiatives under CAMPA- E green watch Mr. Kamaljeet Singh, Deputy Director, FSI
Mr. Abhay Saxena, Assistant Director, FSI
(1330-1430 hrs)
31st July, 2014 (Thursday)
Introduction to the module, Presentation on WII's mandate and achievement Sh. S. Sen, Faculty, Wildlife Institute of India
Application of modern technologies in wildlife conservation Mr. Qamar Qureshi, Faculty, Wildlife Institute of India
(1100-1130 hrs)
Landscape conservation and management Dr. P.K. Mathur, Dean, Wildlife Institute of India
Wetland conservation Sh. B.C. Choudhary, Retired Scientist “G” Wildlife Institute of India
(1530-1600 hrs)
Wetland conservation Sh. B.C. Choudhary, Retired Scientist “G” Wildlife Institute of India
1st August, 2014 (Friday)
Human dimensions of wildlife conservation Dr Tara Teel, Associate Professor, Colorado State University
Human dimensions of wildlife conservation Dr Tara Teel, Associate Professor, Colorado State University
(1100-1130 hrs)
Integrated protected area management Sh. V.B. Sawarkar, Former Director Wildlife Institute of India
Integrated protected area management Sh. V.B. Sawarkar, Former Director Wildlife Institute of India
(1330-1430 hrs)
Dr. A.J. T. Johnsingh, Eminent Wildlife Biologist, Nature Conservation Foundation, Mysore and Advisor, Species and Landscape Programme, WWF India
(1530-1600 hrs)
Dr. Bivash Pandav, HoD, Department of Endangered species management, WII
2nd August, 2014 (Saturday)
3rd August, 2014 (Sunday)
Visit to Rajaji National Park
Week 4: Wildlife & Biodiversity Conservation module (4th August to 8th August, 2014)
4ht August, 2014 (Monday)
Biodiversity loss and emerging infectious diseases Dr P.K. Malik, Faculty, Wildlife Institute of India
Captive breeding and ex situ conservation Sh. P.C. Tyagi, Faculty, Wildlife Institute of India
(1100-1130 hrs)
Panel discussion on 'Valuation and payment of ecosystem services
Chair: Dr. Mohit Gera, Addl. Professor, IGNFA
Dr. Asha Rajvanshi, Faculty, Wildlife Institute of India
Dr. Richa Badola, Faculty, Wildlife Institute of India
(1330-1430 hrs)
Visit to forensic lab, WII Dr. S.P. Goyal/ Sh S.K. Gupta, Faculty, Wildlife Institute of India
(1530-1600 hrs)
Visit to forensic lab, WII Dr. S.P. Goyal/ Sh S.K. Gupta, Faculty, Wildlife Institute of India
5th August, 2014 (Tuesday)
Coastal and marine species management Dr. K. Sivakumar, Faculty, Wildlife Institute of India
Management effectiveness evaluation of PAs Dr. V.B. Mathur, Director Wildlife Institute of India
(1100-1130 hrs)
Management effectiveness evaluation of PAs Dr. V.B. Mathur, Director, Wildlife Institute of India
(1330-1430 hrs)
(1530-1600 hrs)
Policy and legal instruments for wildlife conservation Sh. Ritvik Dutta, Environmental Lawyer, Supreme Court
Policy and legal instruments for wildlife conservation Sh. Ritvik Dutta, Environmental Lawyer, Supreme Court
(1100-1130 hrs)
Natural heritage conservation Dr. V.B. Mathur, Director, Wildlife Institute of India
Natural heritage conservation Dr. V.B. Mathur, Director, Wildlife Institute of India
(1330-1430 hrs)
Human leopard conflict Dr. Vidhya Atherya, Ecologist. Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS) and Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) - India program, Bangalore
(1530-1600 hrs)
Human leopard conflict Dr. Vidhya Atherya, Ecologist. Centre for Wildlife Studies (CWS) and Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) - India program, Bangalore
7th August, 2014 (Thursday)
(1100-1130 hrs)
Managing wild animal in distress Dr. Parag Nigam, Faculty, Wildlife Institute of India
Invasive alien species management Sh P.C. Tyagi/ Sh V.K. Uniyal/ Dr. K. Sivakumar Faculty, Wildlife Institute of India
(1330-1430 hrs)
Tiger conservation in India: Issues and challenges Dr. Rajesh Gopal, Member Secretary, National Tiger Conservation Authority
(1530-1600 hrs)
8th August, 2014 (Friday)
CITES implementation Sh. Samir Sinha, Field Director, Corbett Tiger Reserve, Uttarakhand
(1100-1130 hrs)
Journey
Foreign module- CSU/ SLU
Agenda - Colorado State University
Core Content Areas:
· Social Aspects of Human-Wildlife Conflict Management
Course Design
· Integrated PA management planning
· Ecotourism and visitor management
· Managing PAs at multiple scales: municipal, state, federal
· Integration of PA management with social and rural development
· Participatory management of PAs
· Climate change and PAs
· Conservation finance
Integrating Social considerations in conservation planning and management
Thematic Topics:
· Overview of the North American model of wildlife conservation
· The role of the social sciences in conservation planning and management
· Multi-disciplinary conservation planning and decision-making models
· Core social science concepts and their application to conservation issues
· Practical methodologies for the collection of social science information
· Integration of social science information into wildlife decision-making
· Social conflict management and stakeholder involvement processes
· Use of social science to inform public outreach / education initiatives
Social Aspects of Human-Wildlife Conflict (HWC) Management
Thematic Topics:
· Acceptance capacities for human-wildlife interactions; balancing benefits and
· impacts
· Local cultural context and stakeholder values as a key to ensuring success of HWC mitigation efforts
· Monitoring and evaluation in HWC planning and management
· Emerging applications for HWC management: using geographically-referenced information to improve management response
Agenda – Swedish Consortium
Week 1
Introduction: Week program and practical information
Swedish forests and forests management
Forest operations and the concern for water and ground interferences
Water considerations in harvesting and soil preparation
Road construction and maintenance
Forest excursion: : Practical measures and good practices for avoiding and mitigating damages
Topics to be covered on Day 2
The EU water framework Directive – an authority perspective for measures and actions
The Legal framework for watershed protection and management: Watershed management for small waters – Joint action program
Discussions on the role of the forest authority and promotion of practices for watershed management
Forest excursion : Authority implementation of regulations and provision of advisory services
13th August, 2014 (Wednesday)
Watershed management – criteria and indicators.
The concept of umbrella species as a communication tool for complex ecological interactions and functional infrastructure networks.
Field demonstration on stream restoration
Tools for assessing water qualities- sampling of creatures under the surface.
The fresh water pearl mussel as an indicator for sustainable forestry.
Discussions on forestry practices and its implications form a watershed- riparian- and an in-stream perspective.
14th August, 2014 (Thursday)
Creativity and Nudges for Effective Management
Introduction to Sveaskog's Environmental policies with focus on water management
Excursion in the forest and water landscape
Eco-parks and water landscapes: Shaping future water landscapes, restoration of forest and water environments
Intensified nature care in thinning and final felling operation
Eco-parks: large connected ecological landscapes
Water landscapes: Water catchment areas with high environmental care ambitions with focus on water environments.
15th August, 2014 (Friday)
Human Resource Management: Concepts and Processes
Future forest & water interdisciplinary competence centre integrating research with practice. The challenge: Can we have more of everything?
Provide guidelines for how forestry can be conducted without jeopardizing soil sustainability and water quality
Forest owner association
Focuses on rural development issues for the private forest owners (and farmers) with respect to politics about owner/ user rights, environment, energy, infrastructure, co-operative concern, etc. An exposure to the private forest including knowledge on the role of contractors for the performance of forest operations.
Week 2
18th August, 2014 (Monday)
Introduction: Week program and practical information.
Swedish Forest Agency: Environmental monitoring and assessments related to climate change
National surveys with focus on Forest and Land resources
Findings on environmental changes and National environmental criteria:
Experiences from monitoring with remote sensing & GIS
Remote sensing acquisition, cooperation & partners, international outlook
Surveying insects and diseases
Climate change: Approaches and action by the Forest Agency
Assessment of effects from climate change on Nordic conditions
Instruments to promote the climate policy, long and short term approaches
Visit to SFA local office:
The Work of the SFA forest officer
Office conditions, resources and uses for law surveillance and advisory services
Discussions on Swedish climate change experiences with regard to Indian conditions
Sveaskog: Forest policy and approaches
Excursion on SFM and climate change
Planning systems
GIS and field computers as a tool for multi-purpose planning
The risk for increased insect and disease damages on forests and land is a reality
Harvesting techniques & system for bio fuel harvesting (using multipurpose plan)
Sawmill visit: wood processing and waste for energy purposes
21st August, 2014 (Thursday)
Forest certification, a global issue
Introduction and background SFM and forest certification, introduction to standards The certification process incl. aspects of auditing the chain of custody and controlled wood.
Developing standards for Forest Certification.
22nd August, 2014 (Friday)
Excursion on Ecosystem based management in heterogeneous landscapes
Balancing environmental, economic & social values, visit of private forest farmer
Landscape approaches for conservation & sustainable land-use, municipality approaches
SFM & adaption to climate change
Establishment of recreation areas for public needs, design for access and appreciation
Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow
26th – 29th August, 2014
Topics to be covered on Day 1
Management, and emerging management challenges
Understanding Self and Others
Understanding the Dynamics of Building and Working in a Team
Management Styles
Creativity and Nudges for Effective Management
Advance Communication Skills
Human Resource Management: Concepts and Processes
Negotiation and Conflict Management
30th August, 2014 (Saturday)
Performance Management and Performance Appraisal
Leadership
Venue: IGNFA, Dehradun.
1st September, 2014 (Monday)
Preparation of Group assignments
2nd September, 2014 (Tuesday)
2nd session
(1000-1100 hrs)
(1100-1130 hrs)
4th session
(1230-1330 hrs)
(1330-1430 hrs)
(1530-1600 hrs)
2nd session
(1000-1100 hrs)
(1100-1130 hrs)
4th session
(1230-1330 hrs)
(1330-1430 hrs)
(1530-1600 hrs)
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Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy
Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy (IGNFA) was constituted in the year 1987 by renaming the erstwhile Indian Forest College, which was originally established in 1938 for training senior forest officers. It is situated in the New Forest campus of Forest Research Institute (FRI) on Chakrata Road (NH-72), five kilometers from Dehradun town.
IGNFA is currently functioning as a staff College for the officers of the India Forest Service (IFS). The primary mandate of the Academy is to impart knowledge and skills to the professional foresters and help them develop competence for managing the country's forests and wildlife resources on a sustainable basis.
In the Academy training is provided at different levels of seniority in the Indian Forest Service besides training the new entrants to the service. IFS was created in 1966 under the All India Services Act 1951. However, this was only a revival of a well-organized Indian Forest Service which existed during the British Rule from 1865 to 1935.
(link:http://www.ignfa.gov.in/)
Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE)
Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education was established in the year 1986, ICFRE is India’s premier forestry research organisation. It is an autonomous Council of the Ministry of Forests and Environment, Government of India and has been created to formulate, organise, direct, and manage forestry research for ensuring scientific management of forest, tree improvement, forestry productivity through scientific and biotechnological research, bioremediation of degraded land, efficient utilization of forest produce, forest based value addition, conservation of biodiversity, effective agro forestry models for various agro ecological zones , policy research, environmental impact assessment and integrated pest management and disease. The Council carries out, promotes and coordinates forestry education, research, extension and its application. The Council deals with the solution based forestry research in tune with the emerging issues in the sector, including global concerns such as climate change, conservation of biological diversity, combating desertification and sustainable management and development of resources. Topical research by the Council enhances public confidence in the ability of forest managers and researchers to successfully handle challenges related to natural resource management. It maintains a National Library and Information Centre for forestry, and acts as a clearing-house for related research and information. It has an active extension programme and provides consultancy services. The Council has eight Institutes and three Centres situated under different agro ecological regions of the country.
(http://www.icfre.org/)
Forest Research Institute (FRI)
Established as Imperial Forest Research Institute in 1906, Forest Research Institute (FRI) Dehradun is a premier institution under the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE). Styled in Greeko Roman Architecture by C.G. Blomfield, the main building is a National Heritage which was inaugurated in 1929 The Institute's history is virtually synonymous with the evolution and development of scientific forestry, not only in India, but over the entire Indian sub-continent. Set in a lush green estate spread over 450 hectares, with the outer Himalaya forming its back drop, the Institute's main building is an impressive edifice, marrying Greco-Roman and Colonial styles of architecture, with a plinth area of 2.5 equipped laboratories, library, herbarium, arboretum, printing press and experimental field areas for conducting forestry research, quite in keeping with the best of its kind anywhere in the world. Its museums, in addition to being a valuable source of scientific information, are a major attraction for tourists.
(http://www.fri.org/)
Wildlife Institute of India
The Wildlife Institute of India (WII) is an autonomous institution under the Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of India. Wildlife Institute of India was set up at Chandrabani, which is close to the southern forests of Dehradun in 1982 with a mandate to train government and non-government personnel, carry out research, and advise on matters of conservation and management of wildlife resources.
WII carries out wildlife research in areas of study like Biodiversity, Endangered Species, Wildlife Policy, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Forensics, Spatial Modeling, Ecodevelopment, and Climate Change. WII has a research facility which includes Forensics, Remote Sensing and GIS, Laboratory, Herbarium, and an Electronic Library. The founder was Mr.V.B. Saharia while the first Director was Mr. H. S. Panwar who remained the director from 1985 to 1994. Trained personnel from WII have contributed in studying and protecting wildlife in India . WII has also popularized wildlife studies and careers
Forest Survey of India (FSI)
Forest Survey of India (FSI), is a premier national organization under the union Ministry of Environment and Forests, responsible for assessment and monitoring of the forest resources of the country regularly. In addition, it is also engaged in providing the services of training, research and extension. Established on June 1, 1981, the Forest Survey of India succeeded the "Pre investment Survey of Forest Resources" (PISFR), a project initiated in 1965 by Government of India with the sponsorship of FAO and UNDP.
The main objective of PISFR was to ascertain the availability of raw material for establishment of wood based industries in selected areas of the country. In its report in 1976, the National Commission on Agriculture (NCA) recommended for the creation of a National Forest Survey Organization for a regular, periodic and comprehensive forest resources survey of the country leading to creation of FSI. After a critical review of activities undertaken by FSI, Government of India redefined the mandate of FSI in 1986 in order to make it more relevant to the rapidly changing needs and aspirations of the country. Major activities of Forest Survey of India includes Forest Cover Assessment, Inventory of Forest areas, Inventory of Trees outside Forests (Rural & Urban), Inventory data processing, Methodology Design, Training and Extension, Projects and Consultancies, etc.
(http://www.fsi.org.in/)
Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow
Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow, is one of the premier national level Institute of Management in India, involved in generating and imparting knowledge in the field of management. Since its inception in 1984, the guiding philosophy of the Institute, throughout, has been creation of knowledge, influencing management practices and integrating globally.
The Institute tries to achieve its objectives through its well designed and globally recognized various postgraduate Programmes in Management, by undertaking consulting assignments to provide management solutions to corporate and non-corporate sector, and by conducting Management Development Programmes for enhancing efficiency and effectiveness of working executives/officers. The Institute conducts cutting edge research in various domains of management for generating new knowledge .This truly global management school offers Post graduate Programme in Management (PGPM), Postgraduate Programme in Agribusiness Management (PGPABM), Part Time Postgraduate Programme in Management for Working Managers (WMP), International Programme in Management for Executives (IPMX), Fellow Programme in Management (FPM).
IIM, Lucknow stands tall on the foundation of an excellent, committed and deeply knowledgeable faculty, innovative and unique pedagogical tools and an eclectic and diverse student community that has a burning desire to make new paths of its own.
IIM Lucknow, in order to help improve management systems in the corporate, non-corporate and public systems, conducts various Management Development Programmes with objectives to impart latest knowledge, hone management skills, and bring desirable attitudinal changes among the participants so that they can take up leadership roles in their organization – individually as well as collectively.
In last three years, approximately 300 officers of Indian Forest Service (IFS), 207 officers of Indian Economic Service (IES), 150 officers of Indian Statistical Service (ISS) have participated in various Advanced Management Programmes conducted by us. In the same period, we have conducted General Management Programmes for about 146 probationers of Indian Economic Service (IES), Indian statistical service (ISS), and Indian Audit and Accounts and Accounts Service (IAAS). In total, in last three years IIM, Lucknow has conducted 325 programmes in which a total of about 6500 participants have participated.
Colorado State University was founded as the Colorado Agricultural College in 1870, six years before the Colorado Territory gained statehood.
Colorado State University's (CSU) Warner College of Natural Resources (WCNR) is one of the oldest and largest of the natural resource colleges in the United States. CSU ranks as one of the top institutions among the nation`s 52 forestry schools in instructional, research, and extension fields. The WCNR faculty has a tremendous depth of experience with both the public and private sectors in natural resource, wildlife, and protected area management at the international level, and a commitment to international development. The Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources (HDNR), housed within WCNR, focuses on how the concepts and tools of the social sciences can be used in natural resource planning, management, and decision- making. Human dimensions applications of interest to HDNR faculty include a host of practical agency functions such as public involvement, stakeholder processes, conflict resolution, environmental communication, social assessment of natural resource policy alternatives, and incorporating social value in natural resource decision-making. More broadly, HDNR`s mission is to contribute to the conservation, stewardship, and enjoyment of natural and cultural resources and the management of those resources in a way that produces both land health and sustainable human benefits. The Department offers both MS and PhD degrees in the human dimensions of natural resources. It also offers undergraduate degrees in the following concentration areas: protected areas management, global tourism, natural resource tourism, and environmental communication.
The Swedish Consortium: The lead organization in the consortium is the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) with its partners the Swedish Forest Agency and Sveaskog (Public forest owner).
SLU is a university with a clearly defined role in the society to take responsibility for the development of learning and expertise in areas concerning biological resources and biological production i.e. forestry, agriculture, the food issues and environmental issues. This responsibility stretches over the wide-ranging fields of forestry, agriculture, veterinary medicine and biotechnology.
SLU offers a broad spectrum of educational programmes and single subject courses. 5,300 undergraduates and 860 postgraduate students are enrolled at SLU.
By request of the Swedish government, SLU monitors the country`s forests, lakes, watercourses, agricultural landscapes and species to analyze environmental trends. The information collected forms a basis for governmental decisions regarding environmental policy and shows the results of Sweden`s environmental initiatives. SLU is the leading authority in Europe and actively contributes to the science- based development of environmental analysis. A total of 3200 people are employed at the University.
University activities are spread between four faculties i.e. Faculty of Forestry Sciences, Faculty of Natural Resources and Agricultural Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science and the Faculty of Landscape Planning. The Faculty of Forestry is the centre for research and higher education for the forest sector in Sweden and the responsibility of the faculty encompasses forest education, research, environmental monitoring and dissemination of research and knowledge. The national forestry education programmes (MSc and BSc in Forestry) lies within the faculty.
Swedish Forest Agency (SFA) is the Government's expert authority on forests and forestry in a broad perspective. It tries to ensure that the nation's forests are managed in such a way as to yield an abundant and sustainable harves, while at the same time preserving biodiversity.
Sveaskog is a company owned by the Swedish State. Sveaskog is Sweden's largest forest owner and sells sawlogs, pulpwood and biofuel. Sveaskog also works with land transactions and develops the forest as a venue for hunting, fishing and other nature-based experiences. An overriding objective for state owned companies is that they shall create value within the free market. The company strives to achieve acceptable profitability for the state capital invested and where appropriate meet specific public interests.
General Information
Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
About the city: Dehradun is the capital city of the state of Uttarakhand in the northern part of India. Dehradun is located in the Doon Valley on the foothills of the Himalayas nestled between two of India’s mightiest rivers- the Ganges on the east and the Yamuna on the west. The city is famous for its picturesque landscape and pleasant climate and provides a gateway to the surrounding region. Dehradun is also renowned for its natural resources, publishing services and particularly for its prestigious educational institutions. It hosts some of India`s best schools and institutions of natural importance such as the IMA, FRI, IIRS, WII, ONGC, IIP, DRDO.
Weather: The climate of Dehradun is generally temperate, although it varies from tropical; from hot in summers to severely cold, depending upon the season and the altitude of the specific location. The nearby hilly regions often get snowfall during winter, but although the temperature in Dehradun can reach below freezing during severe cold waves, this is not a frequent occurrence.
The average temperature during July-August is as follows:
Month
June
July
August
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
About the city: Popularly known as the seat of the Nawabi culture, Lucknow stands out as a city that takes pride in the endearing but subdued articulation of its essence and identity. Its mystical elegance and amorous ethos rarely fail to fascinate a perceptive mind. Indeed, it is difficult to remain unimpressed by its `tehzeeb’ (cultural refinement), hospitality, politesse, cuisines and `shaam-e-Awadh’. At the same time, Lucknow is placed among the fastest growing cities of India and is rapidly emerging as a manufacturing, commercial and retailing hub. This unique combination of rich cultural traditions and brisk economic growth provides Lucknow with an aura that refuses to fade away.
Weather: Lucknow has a warm humid subtropical climate with cool, dry winters from December to February and dry, hot summers from April to June. The rainy season is from mid-June to mid-September. The average temperature for June is as follows:
Month
June
Sweden, Europe
Month
June
July
August
48.5
61.4
69.2
Sweden enjoys a generally temperate climate. Above the Arctic Circle, winter can be crisp and invigorating. In the south, winter is generally mild but temperatures can vary markedly in different parts of the country.
Drinking water: Swedish tap water is clean, tasty and free and doesn’t come in a plastic bottle, bottled water is expensive,
Currency, prices and credit card: The monetary unit in Sweden is the krona (plural “kronor”) and equals 100 öre. There is no limit on the amount of Swedish and foreign currency taken into Sweden.
Major credit cards (some restriction may apply to American Express) are widely accepted throughout Sweden at banks, hotels, stores, restaurants, taxis, car rental companies, and for air, ship and rail tickets.
1 Swedish krona=8.95 INR.(June 2014)
Language: Most Swedes speak English. Recognized minority languages: Sami (Lapp), Finnish, Meänkieli (Tornedalen Finnish), Yiddish, Romani Chib (a Gypsy language).
Telephone numbers: When calling Sweden from abroad dial + 46 followed by the area code (omitting the initial zero) and the number required. When calling abroad from Sweden: dial 00 plus the country code, followed by the area code and phone number.
Colorado, US
10.4
33.3
41.4
Climate: Abundant sunshine and low humidity. Winters are generally cold and snowy, especially in the higher elevations of the Rocky Mountains. Summers are characterized by warm, dry days and cool nights.
Currency: U.S. Dollar

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