Advanced phase of training : IFS probationers of 1999-2002, 2000-2003, 2001-2004 courses in different phases.

The budget provision is Rs.2.50 Crores (plan) and Rs.2.94 Crores (non-plan).

165. STATE FOREST SERVICE COLLEGES AND RANGERS COLLEGES.

2 Courses of Two Years Diploma Course in Forestry for S.F.S. Officers at State Forest Services College, Dehradun

6 Course of Two Years Certificate Course for Forest Rangers in three colleges viz. State Forest Service College, Coimbatore, State Forest Service College, Burnihat & Eastern Forest Rangers College, Kurseong..

12 Courses of Two-week Refresher Course for In-service SFS Officers with 35 participants each course

8 Courses of Three week course on Computer Application in Forestry for In-service Forest Officers with 25 participants each course.

2 Courses of Two-week Advance Courses on Computer Application in Forestry for In-service Forest Officers with 25 participants each course.

8 Courses of Two week Theme Based Courses in Forestry for In-service S.F.S. Officers.

3 Courses of Three months "Promotion linked Training" Courses for A.C.Fs for 30 participants each course

2 Courses of Two Weeks " Trainers Training" Courses for 20 participants in each course

2 Courses of "Promotion linked Training" for Rangers promoted from lower grade for 30 participants in each course.

2 Courses of Two Weeks "Refresher Course" for Rangers for 30 participants in each course.

The budget provision for 2001-2001 is Rs.0.75 Crores (Plan) and Rs.2.08 Crores (Non-Plan).

On-going and new research projects to be continued.

Construction of hostel phase-II, Director’s bungalow, etc.

The budget provision is Rs.2.80 Crores (plan) and Rs. 0.90 Crores (Non-plan)

167. INDIAN PLYWOOD RESEARCH AND TRAINING INSTITUTE (IPIRITI),

The following on-going research projects will be completed:

• Study on the relevance of mycological resistance tests for various grades of plywood aiming

to effect amendment to the relevant Indian Standards Specification.

• Study on the suitability of Tapioca flour, maize starch and maida as extender for UF resin adhesives for bonding MR grade of plywood.

• Development of glued laminated timber using plantation grown species for structural and non-structural uses.

• Establishment of Research and Training facilities for finger jointing – BMTPC, New Delhi.

• Studies on peeling, drying and gluing of new plantation species for the manufacture of different grades of plywood.

• Determination of physical –mechanical properties of plywood made from plantation spp.

- The budget provision is Rs. 0.90 Crores (Plan) and Rs.1.01 Crores (Non-Plan).

167. INDIAN COUNCIL OF FORESTRY RESEARCH AND EDUCATION (ICFRE),

DEHRADUN

 

Directorate of Research : National Forestry Research Action Plan, Application of MIS & M&E modules in ICFRE Institutes, Maintenance of Planting Stock Improvement Programme covering around 1290 ha SPAS, 150 ha CSO, 300 ha SSO, 50 ha VMG and Six Model Nurseries. The targets have been fully achieved in different institutes. Implementation & monitoring of ongoing research projects in various organisations other than ICFRE Institutes under Research Grant Fund. Monitoring of Project supported 30 research programmes. These project supported research programme would be concluded.

 

Directorate of Education : Implementation of HRD Plan, Training activities as per HRD plan, grant-in-aid to Universities. Continuation of M.Sc. Courses in Forestry, Wood science & Technology, PG Diploma Courses in Plantation Technology, Pulps & paper.

 

Directorate of Extension : Implementation of extension strategy of ICFRE, demonstration of technologies through established satellite Centers under Extension Support Fund, printing of publicity material and its dissemination, Impact assessment of ongoing projects under ESF, Preparation of films, Setting up of well equipped Media Center at ICFRE, Procurement of books and journals.

 

Directorate of Administration : Completion of Civil works envisaged under FREEP, Implementation of financial accounting system, Payroll etc in Directorate of Administration.

 

Directorate of Statistics : Publication of quarterly Timber/Bamboo Trade Bulletins, Publication of Forestry Statistics India – 2001, Maintenance and upgrading of NFDBMS to continue, Biometrics support to research projects of ICFRE will continue.

 

ICFRE Institutes and its Centers :

 

FRI, Dehra Dun : Maintenance of 160 ha SPA, 19 ha CSO, 19 ha SSO and 4 ha VMG and One Model Nursery. In-vitro multiplication of bamboo, Chir pine, shisham, teak and eucalyptus. Genetic improvement of certain species, Marketing mechanism for farm forestry species, Studies on drying time in Solar Kiln, Development of adhesives, Photochemical examination, studies of tree borne oil seeds, Ecological impact assessment on bio-reclamation projects, Affluent treatment of pulp and paper industry, Forest community interface, Bio-ecological studies on insects pests of bamboo and their management, Evaluation of physical and mechanical properties of certain tree species, studies on threatened forestry species of U.P., DNA market studies, Photochemical investigation of Sal for managing heartwood borer.

 

 

IFGTB, Coimbatore : Genetic improvement of forest trees, Evaluation of genetic variability, Development of tissue culture/micro-propagation for selected tree species, Screening of Casuarina for problems soils of Tamil Nadu. Impact assessment of silvicultural practices on seed production in Teak, Eucalyptus and Casuarine, Soil and water conservation measures, Selection of insect pest/disease resistance phenotype of tree species, Market survey of pricing and utilization pattern of timber products, Trials of teak plantations, Computer application on research activities, Planting stock improvement programme, development of 250 ha SPA, 206 ha SSO, 27 ha CSO, 13 ha VMG and one Model Nursery. Film preparation on various forestry techniques.

 

 

IWST, Bangalore : Development of alternative wood substitutes, Chemical induction in heartwood, sandal and teak wood, Assessment of environmental effects of wood preservatives, Application of pheromone technology for management of teak borer, Studies to termite problems, Improvement of planting stock by biofertilizers application, Impact of industrial influents on mangrove Eco-system, Studies on micro propagation in threatened species. Standardization of protocol for seed biology, Selection of candidate plus trees for teak and sandal, Maintenance of 120 ha SPA, 12 ha CSO, 34 ha SSO and 6 ha VMG and One Model Nursery .

 

 

TFRI, Jabalpur : Maintenance of 300 ha SPA, 40 ha CSO, 70 ha SSO and 10 ha VMG and One Model Nursery. Development of seed technology of pterocarpus, Standardization of nursery techniques for MPT species, Bio-chemical changes associated with tree seeds and study of leaf litter decomposition rater, Evaluation of non-wood forest products yielding species, Preservative application from plant species, Establishment of advance center for Non-wood forest product. Collection of germplasm of threatened medicinal plants, Agroforestry studies, Socio economic studies, genetic improvement of Gmelina arborea, Integrated management of diseases of tree species, Eco-rehabilitation of degraded forest research in tree farming models.

 

 

AFRI, Jodhpur : Demonstration trials in hot arid zone, studies on interactive effect of ex-situ rain water harvesting and stand density, study of shelter belt and wind erosion, study of seed Borne micro-flora of selected tree species, disease spectrum of arid and semi-arid tree species, Study of pest problems, Study of biocide activities and proteins. In addition to the above 5.3 projects approved by the Research Advisory Group shall also be taken up during the year under report. The targets of 200 ha SPA,26 ha CSO, 55 ha SSPA and 5 ha VMG shall also be fully achieved under Planting Stock Improvement Programme.

 

 

HFRI, Shimla : Maintenance of 50 ha Seed Production Areas, 8 ha CSO, 10 ha SSO and 2 ha of VMG, Provenance testing of poplars, Selection of suitable species for cold desert areas, Regeneration of conifers and broad leaf forests, Agroforestry in lower Himalayan hills, Conservation of indigenous species of western Himalayas and increasing productivity to man-made forests etc. The projects cleared by RAG will also be taken up during the period under report.

 

 

IRMDFR, Jorhat : Ecological monitoring of Biodiversity and strategy of conserving Kajiranga National Park, evaluation of tropical moist forest especially Dipterocarps, Developing methods of restoring vegetation on degraded lands, Disease management of forest tree species in nurseries and plantations, Fertilizers response studies for tree species of north east, Mycorrhiza screening, Methodology to develop alternatives for shifting cultivation. Maintenance of 50 ha SPA, 6 ha CSO, 5 ha SSO and 3 ha VMG.

 

 

IFP, Ranchi : Collection of germplasm bank for important medicinal plants, Use of biotechnology for Biodiversity conservation, Phenology of important tree species, Introduction of exotic species like Paulownia, Eco-rejuvenation of coal mine areas, Studies of mangrove ecosystem in West Bengal, Management of lac hosts for lac cultivation, Standardization of nursery techniques of lac host trees. Maintenance of 100 ha SPA, 15 ha CSO, 60 ha SSO and 10 ha VMG and one Model Nursery.

 

The budget provision of ICFRE and its Institutions for 2001-2002 is Rs.48.15 crores on Plan side and Rs. 11.05 crores (Non-Plan)

 

 

SURVEY AND UTILISATION OF FOREST RESOURCES

 

168. FOREST SURVEY OF INDIA

(Rs. in Crores)

Physical targets for monitoring of cases under FCA, 1980 and EPA are given below:-

The budget provision is Rs.4.50 crores on Plan side under the scheme "Strengthening of Forest Divisions".

171. MODERN FOREST FIRE CONTROL METHODS IN INDIA

(Rs in Crores)

Release of central assistance for implementation of work programme for the year 2001-2002 to project implementing States under the Scheme and rehabilitation of 3600 ha. of degraded forest land and maintenance of assets created.

The budget provision is Rs.4.00 crores on Plan side.

To obtain concept papers for all the states in the prescribed format.

Review and revise concept papers.

Consultation with the Donor agencies both bilateral and multilateral to secure funding.

Development of CD and Website for NFAP.

Organise donor conference to secure funding.

Submit proposals to External Agencies to secure funding for implementation of NFAP.

Organise National workshops.

Mobilise internal resources for implementation of NFAP.

The budget provision is Rs.0.20 Crores (Plan).

300 Sanctuaries and National parks will be assisted under the National Parks & Sanctuaries scheme. The management and protection of 27 Tiger Reserves will be continued. Assistance will be provided to 12 Project Elephant Range States for conservation and protection of elephants.

The budget provision is Rs.15.35 Crores for development of National Parks and Sanctuaries, Rs.17.00 Crores on Plan side and Rs. 0.06 crores on Non-Plan side for Project Tiger and Rs.5.00 Crores on Plan side for Project Elephant.

175. ECO-DEVELOPMENT PROJECT

The India Eco-Development Project will be implemented in the seven identified National Parks/Sanctuary including Tiger Reserves to achieve improved protected area management, village Eco-development, environment education and awareness campaign etc.

The on-going Government of India Eco-Development Scheme will be continued. 115 National Parks and Sanctuaries and 25 Project Tiger Areas will be assisted for biomass generation and non-conventional energy sources. The budget provision is Rs.60.25 Crores (including externally aided India Eco-development Project).

The on-going activities to fund establishment, office expenses and travel expenses of Central Wildlife Division and Regional Wildlife offices will continue. Funds will also be provided for undertaking Consultancies for special tasks proposed by the State Governments.

The budget provision is Rs.1.75 Crores. (Plan).

The budget provision is Rs. 5.00 crores on the Plan side and Rs.1.26 crores on the Non-Plan side.

(Rs. in Crores)

For the year 2001-02 an allocation of Rs.114.70 crores has been proposed for the NAEB at current prices. The scheme wise break up and the physical targets are given below:

(Rs.in Crores)

The budget provision for 2001-2002 is Rs.4.00 Crores on Plan side and Rs.9.26 on Non-Plan side.

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*Physical Targets

• Sanctioning of Management Action Plans (MAPs) for 2001-2002 and release of funds to the State Government in respect of 20 identified wetlands.
• Convening of meetings of Research Committee.
• Convening of meetings of National Committee.
• Organisation of workshop for evaluation of progress of ongoing research projects.
• Monitoring of MAPs of identified wetlands.
• Identification of new wetlands.
• Circulation of guidelines for monitoring mechanism, updating wetland directory.
• International Cooperation.
• Participation related to Ramsar Convention/Standing Committee meeting and follow-up action for preparation of CoP8.
• Formulating/seeking projects for external financial assistance for Wetland Conservation Programme.
• Seeking information for inclusion of 20 wetlands under Ramsar list as was announced by India in the 7^th CoP meeting held in Costa Rica in May, 1999.
• Organising training programmes/workshops for various wetlands conservation components for Senior Managers/Research Organizations/Policy Makers/Stakeholders in different parts of the country

** Quantitative physical target cannot be given because the proposal has not been received from

concerned State Government and agencies.

(Rs. in Crores)

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CPCB has set-up a laboratory facility at its Head Office and the Zonal Offices have also been provided with minimum laboratory facilities. The strengthening of laboratories is an on-going activity and the laboratories are to be strengthened from time to time for undertaking analysis of critical pollutants. The new parameters have been added-up for analyzing the bio-medical waste, hazardous waste and other important toxicants like Polychlorinated, biphenyl. CPCB has also proposed R&D schemes relating to various aspects of prevention and control of pollution. The regular analytical quality control tests and training to the staff of Pollution Control Boards is proposed.

CPCB has already developed Standards for disposal of treated liquid effluents and gaseous emission in respect of major polluting categories of industries. Some of the standards need to be reviewed from time to time taking technological improvement into consideration. It is proposed to undertake review of standards in respect of those categories of industry which have already been covered.

CPCB is proposing to undertake training programmes for the benefit of SPCBs/PCCs, Regional training programmes would be conducted through Expert institutions and Zoos. The important areas, which will be covered under the training, include; Bio-medical waste, Municipal solid waste, Cleaner technologies, Vehicular noise pollution control and others.

This is an on-going programmes under which major expenditure is on the operation and maintenance of existing network. Some of the documents of CPCB are placed at internet facility.

The important activity under the Pollution Control Enforcement is to ensure compliance of 17 categories of polluting industries and industries discharging waste water into rivers and lakes. The Action Point prepared by restoration of environmental quality in the critically polluted area is also under implementation through the concerned SPCBs. As an on-going activity under the Environment Surveillance Programme it is proposed to have regular inspection/visits of polluting industries and also undertake compliance to the various Court’s directive. The other on-going programmes include; Preparation of Zoning atlas, chlorine use and optimization in India, Environmental Audit, Noise pollution control, monitoring of compliance for bio-medical and municipal solid waste and others.

Under the project head, studies on existing treatment technologies and performance of technologies for cleaner production are taken up. The important on-going programmes include; performance evaluation of sewage treatment plants, risk assessment in chemical industries, control of noise levels from gensets, treatment technology for distillery effluent, root zone treatment and others.

This is an on-going project under which programme relating to mass awareness are taken up. The activity also include; Publication of reports on various aspects relating to prevention and control of pollution.

The important on-going programmes under this project head include; inventorisation of hazardous waste in various States, development of Standards for leachatc from hazardous waste dump site, assessment of hazardous waste disposal facilities in industries, organising training and workshop, follow-ups of Committees constituted for hazardous wastes/chemicals.

(Rs. in Crores)

*Included in Impact Assessment programme.

(Rs. in Crores)

During the year 2001-2002 the following studies will continue:-

1) Studies on the Evaluation and characterization of Natural and Alternate Sand Resources in selected Zone of Andaman and Nicobar Islands for use in civil work:

CBRI, Roorkee has been entrusted with this study with the objective to Identify Sand resources out side the CRZ in selected Andaman and Nicobar Islands for use in construction. It is also proposed to explore other alternate sources of sand which could be used as part or full replacement of natural sand in construction work. The total cost of the project is Rs.13.20 lakhs. Draft report has been received and is being examined. Project is likely to continue during 2001-2002.

During 2001-2002, it will be the endeavor of IA Division to take decision on 80 to 100 percentage of projects received for seeking environmental clearance. For this purpose, appraisal procedures have been streamlined and the Questionnaire for collection of environmental information has been updated and published. For maintaining transparency, the status of pending projects is put on Ministry’s web site and is fortnightly updated. It is also proposed to introduce e-governance in IA Division. An exercise has also been initiated for identification of scientific and technical parameters for ecologically sensitive areas.

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1. Financial assistance for augmentation of infrastructure in first responder’s institution for enhanced compliance of regulation on Hazardous Substances.
2. Programme and activities in the area of accident prevention and emergency planning, preparedness and response.
3. Establishment of Emergency Response Centres and Poison Control Centres.
4. Financial assistance for conduct of training courses in Accident Prevention, Emergency preparedness and Hazardous Waste Management.
5. Formulate new regulatory regime, notify amendments to existing regulations.
6. Developmental projects/studies and pilot plants.
7. Implementation of various provisions of Bio-medical Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 1998 and Municipal Solid Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 2000.
8. Setting up of Pilot Hazardous Wastes Treatment, Storage and Disposal Facilities (TSDF) for Hazardous Waste in the country.
9. Identification of contaminated sites and Hot Spots for remediation.
10. Elaborate policies and programmes for Sound Management of Hazardous Chemicals and Wastes – lead acid batteries, waste oil, fly ash etc.,
11. Formulation of New Schemes under Indo-Canadian bilateral agreement.
12. Elaborate policies and programmes for sound management of Bio-medical and Urban Solid Waste-Common incineration facilities, land disposal facilities, etc.,
13. Follow-up implementation and policy initiation on Agenda-21, Expert Committee, Basel Convention, PIC, POP APELL and IFCS.
14. Follow-up implementation and policy initiation due to Public Interest Litigation’s in High Court and Supreme Court.
15. Implementation of Feasibility Report of ISDPP Project.
16. Notification of ERF Scheme under PLI and its implementation.
17. Implementation of the recommendations of the High Powered Committee in WP 657/95.

(Rs in crores)

* Physical Targets

• Finalisation of detailed microlevel bio-diversity strategy and action plan.
• Enactment of legislation on bio-diversity.
• Ratification of Cartagena protocol on biosafety.
• Organising consultations on specific aspects relevant to bio-diversity, e.g. bio-safety, IPRs, benefit sharing , ex-situ collections, modus operandi etc.
• Implementation of the decisions of the Conference of the Parties.
• Commissioning of studies addressing specific aspects related to bio-diversity.
• Organising consultations on bio-diversity.
• Conservation of medicinal plants.
• Conservation and management of sacred groves.
• Conservation of coastal and marine bio-diversity.

(Rs in Crores)

1. Participation in the Ninth Session of the Commission on Sustainable Development held in New York in April 2001.
2. Nomination of officials for training abroad in the field of environment & forests.
3. Implementation of the World Bank assisted Delhi Urban Environment Project.
4. Follow-up on the MoUs signed with Germany, Russia, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Vietnam, China and Iran.
5. Follow-up on the Indo-US and Indo-Brazil Common Agenda on Environment.
6. Follow-up on the action points related to ESCAP, SAARC, and SACEP matters.
7. Building a strong pipeline of new GEF proposals, follow up and implementation of approved GEF projects, to monitor and evaluate their progress.
8. To participate in GEF Council Meeting.
9. Assessment of the funding objectives of various lending and donor agencies (multilateral, bilateral and private) to facilitate access of more resources for projects.
10. Coordination Committee meetings to review various Externally Aided Projects in the field of Environment & Forests.
11. Participation in various Conferences of Parties/Meetings related to UN Convention on Climate Change, Biodiversity, Desertification, Montreal Protocol, Basel Convention and other Conferences in the Field of environment & Forests.
12. Implementation of UNDP-CCF programme.
13. Participation in Governing Council of UNEP.

(Rs. in crore)

214. INDIAN INSTITUTE OF BIO-DIVERSITY (IIB)

(Rs. in Crores)