Ranchi : The capital city of Ranchi is set to host two major events focused on forests, the environment, and wildlife conservation in the coming months of November and December. The Department of Forests, Environment and Climate Change will organize a three-day forest film festival, ‘Aranyak’, from November 28 to 30, followed by the ‘National Forestry Congress 2026’ from December 10 to 12. In connection with these events, Sanjeev Kumar, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (Head of Forest Force), met with Chief Minister Hemant Soren and formally presented him with an invitation.
Over 70 Films to be Screened at Van Bhawan; Masterclasses Also Planned
More than 70 films from India and abroad will be screened at the ‘Aranyak’ Film Festival, to be held from November 28 to 30 at the Palash Auditorium in Van Bhawan, Ranchi. The primary objective of this festival is to raise public awareness regarding the conservation of forests, wildlife, and biodiversity, and to strengthen the bond between nature and human communities.
In addition to film screenings, the festival will feature dialogues with experts, discussions with filmmakers, a wildlife conservation conference, and masterclasses. There will also be a special exhibition showcasing paintings and nature photography.
A Broad Platform for Tribal Traditions and Forest Resources
This three-day festival will bring together filmmakers, environmental experts, scientists, wildlife conservationists, students, and youth from across the country. Through this event, the department aims to provide a broad platform to showcase Jharkhand’s rich forest resources, biodiversity, and the traditions of tribal communities that are deeply connected to nature.
Forest Scientists and Researchers from Across the Country to Gather in December
Following the film festival, the ‘National Forestry Congress 2026’ will be held from December 10 to 12 at the SERD (SKIPA) campus in Morabadi. This national conference will bring together scientists and research scholars from across the country who work in the fields of forestry and nature, providing a platform for in-depth deliberations on critical issues related to forestry and environmental conservation.
