The Birbhum Forest Division was established in 1954 and covers the forested areas of Birbhum district. The district is enriched by rivers—Pagla, Bansoli, Brahma, Dwarka, Mayurakshi, and Ajoy—that enhance its natural beauty and biodiversity. The forests range from dense tree cover to open scrubland, with species like Sal, Bahera, Piasal, Pyal, and Jamun. Over time, the Forest Department has also raised plantations of Sal, Acacia, and Eucalyptus. Among these, the 2015 plantation at Chinpai under Suri Range, funded by the Pollution Control Board, is notable for its diversity, featuring 20 species, and is considered one of the best in West Bengal.
The forests exist in patches and are impacted by agriculture and small-scale industries. Biotic pressures have posed challenges to their protection. However, the introduction of the Joint Forest Management system has significantly improved conservation through collaboration with Forest Protection Committees to protect and enhance natural Sal forests.
The Division's website is designed to provide public services and valuable forest-related information for Birbhum district. It aims to bridge the gap between the Forest Department and stakeholders, emphasizing a citizen-centric and service-oriented approach. Suggestions for improvement are encouraged.
The Birbhum Forest Division was established in 1954 and covers the forested areas of Birbhum district. The district is enriched by rivers—Pagla, Bansoli, Brahma, Dwarka, Mayurakshi, and Ajoy—that enhance its natural beauty and biodiversity. The forests range from dense tree cover to open scrubland, with species like Sal, Bahera, Piasal, Pyal, and Jamun. Over time, the Forest Department has also raised plantations of Sal, Acacia, and Eucalyptus. Among these, the 2015 plantation at Chinpai under Suri Range, funded by the Pollution Control Board, is notable for its diversity, featuring 20 species, and is considered one of the best in West Bengal. The forests exist in patches and are impacted by agriculture and small-scale industries. Biotic pressures have posed challenges to their protection. However, the introduction of the Joint Forest Management system has significantly improved conservation through collaboration with Forest Protection Committees to protect and enhance natural Sal forests. The Division's website is designed to provide public services and valuable forest-related information for Birbhum district. It aims to bridge the gap between the Forest Department and stakeholders, emphasizing a citizen-centric and service-oriented approach. Suggestions for improvement are encouraged.
Rahul Kumar, IFS Divisional Forest Officer,Birbhum