Hon'ble Chief Minister
Government of Karnataka
Hon'ble Minister, Forest Ecology & Environment Dept.
Government of Karnataka
Hon'ble District Minister
Government of Karnataka
Forest Guard
Prevented 12 forest fires and protected 300 hectares of forest. Read the story →
Govt. High School, Gokak
Planted 2,500 native saplings and continue nurturing them with care. Read the story →
“Our Forests. Our Heritage. Our Shared Responsibility.”
The forests of Ghataprabha are not merely stretches of green—they are the lifeline of our environment, the guardians of biodiversity and the foundation of a sustainable future. From rugged hills and river valleys to the rich diversity of flora and wildlife they shelter, these forests enrich our district in countless ways.
Conservation is not the responsibility of the Forest Department alone; it is a collective movement that thrives through the support of every citizen. I call upon each one of you to become a partner in this mission by protecting forests, respecting wildlife and inspiring others to cherish nature. Together, we can ensure that Ghataprabha's rich natural legacy continues to flourish as a source of pride, prosperity and inspiration for generations ahead.
Explore technology-driven initiatives, conservation programmes,human–animal conflict mitigation projects and community engagement activities undertaken by Ghataprabha Forest Division.
AI-enabled surveillance network for wildlife monitoring, intrusion detection, forest protection and rapid response.
Edge-first three-tier AI surveillance system for wildlife detection, illegal intrusion alerts, and incident archiving. POC funded by Wild Vision Philanthropic Trust.
Development of an educational aviary promoting bird conservation, awareness and biodiversity.
Dedicated rescue teams responding quickly to wildlife conflict, rescue operations and emergency situations.
Drone surveillance for forest monitoring, fire detection, wildlife tracking and protection of sensitive habitats.
Schools Connect, Youth Connect, VFC Revival, Public Facilities Creation and citizen engagement initiatives.