This new forest policy of J&K focuses on the role of forests in poverty alleviation and supporting livelihood needs of communities. Also emphasizes on carbon sequestration, revenue generation by development of non-timber forest produce & eco-tourism.

See Also
Report: J & K Forest (Conservation) Act, 1997  
www.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/node/305746

Report: India State of Forest Report 2009
www.indiaenvironmentportal.org.in/node/292689

Policy: National forest policy
http://envfor.nic.in/divisions/fp/nfp.htm

Report: India