Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav commended the remarkable efforts of forest officials in reviving wildlife in areas like Panna, where wildlife had once completely disappeared. He stated that this revival reflects their unwavering dedication and deserves high praise. Dr. Yadav highlighted the state’s rich natural heritage, noting that Madhya Pradesh is home to diamonds, cheetahs, and now even elephants are making their way to the state. He shared that the forest cover in the state has expanded by 1,063 square kilometers between 2003 and 2021. Additionally, he proudly mentioned that Bhopal is the only capital city in the country where tigers can be easily spotted nearby, marking a significant environmental milestone for the state. The Chief Minister shared these insights while addressing the inaugural session of the two-day Indian Forest Service (IFS) Meet and Forestry Conference at the Pandit Khushilal Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya Auditorium. CM Dr. Yadav inaugurated the conference by lighting the lamp and garlanding the statue of Maa Saraswati. Minister of State for Forest and Environment Shri Dilip Ahirwar, Additional Chief Secretary Forest Shri Ashok Barnwal, Principal Chief Forest Conservator and Head of Forest Force Shri Asim Srivastava and other IFS officers were present at the conference. CM Dr. Yadav was welcomed by presenting him a Rudraksha plant.