Jigme Khesar Strict Nature Reserve

19/08/2026

𝑺𝒎𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝒆𝒇𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒔 𝒕𝒐𝒘𝒂𝒓𝒅𝒔 𝒖𝒏𝒍𝒐𝒄𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒊𝒏𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒗𝒂𝒍𝒖𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝑯𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒀𝒂𝒌 𝑭𝒊𝒃𝒓𝒆 🐂🧶

11/08/2026

Rapid Response to Human–Wildlife Conflict in Sangbay

Recently, a bear has been causing significant nuisance in Nakhekha and Nebji Goenpa villages under Sangbay Gewog, including attacks on livestock and creating concern among local communities.
In response, JKSNR management promptly deployed a Quick Response Team (QRT) to the affected village to provide immediate support and assistance to the communities. The QRT is actively monitoring the situation day and night, assessing the bear’s movements and behavior while working closely with villagers to minimize risks and prevent further livestock losses.
JKSNR remains committed to supporting affected communities and promoting safe coexistence between people and wildlife through timely response, community engagement, and appropriate human–wildlife conflict mitigation measures.

09/08/2026

Tergola — The Land of the Red Panda, where every rustling leaf tells a story of a thriving forest.

“Where red pandas thrive, forests survive” reads the first sign along the Tergola Trail in Haa. Winding through pristine broadleaf and rhododendron forests on the southern slopes of Tergola, this easily accessible trail offers visitors an immersive experience in one of Haa’s rich natural landscapes, with the exciting possibility of encountering the elusive red panda.

Read more at: https://kuenselonline.com/news/tergola-red-panda-trail-a-community-led-wildlife-tourism-model-in-haa

09/08/2026

Tergola — The Land of the Red Panda, where every rustling leaf tells a story of a thriving forest.

“Where red pandas thrive, forests survive” reads the first sign along the Tergola Trail in Haa. Winding through pristine broadleaf and rhododendron forests on the southern slopes of Tergola, this easily accessible trail offers visitors an immersive experience in one of Haa’s rich natural lands...

04/08/2026

C2C Strategy Implementation

03/08/2026

𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐑𝐒: 𝐆𝐔𝐀𝐑𝐃𝐈𝐀𝐍𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐀 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐄𝐓

A day to honor courage.
A day to recognize dedication.
A day to celebrate the guardians of nature.

Today, we pay tribute to the brave men and women who protect our forests, wildlife, and natural heritage with unwavering commitment. Their courage, resilience, and selfless service inspire us to safeguard nature for present and future generations.

𝐇𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐘 𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐋𝐃 𝐑𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐄𝐑𝐒 𝐃𝐀𝐘!
To all Rangers - past, present, and forever, thank you for protecting our planet. 🌿💚

01/08/2026

🌿 Happy World Ranger Day 2026 🌿
"Rangers: Guardians of a Changing Planet."

01/08/2026

World Ranger Day 2026 Celebrated at Tergola, Haa

🌿"Rangers: Guardians of a Changing Planet."🍁

Tergola, Haa — The Department of Forests and Park Services (DoFPS), through Jigme Khesar Strict Nature Reserve (JKSNR), commemorated World Ranger Day 2026 at Tergola, Haa, under the global theme “Rangers: Guardians of a Changing Planet.” The event celebrated the invaluable contributions of rangers who dedicate their lives to protecting Bhutan’s forests, wildlife, and natural heritage in the face of growing environmental and climate-related challenges.

The celebration was graced by the Dasho Dzongdag of Haa Dzongkhag as the Chief Guest. The programme was attended by the Honourable Director of DoFPS, the Country Representative of WWF Bhutan, the Chief Executive Officers of the Natural Resources Development Corporation Limited (NRDCL) and Bhutan for Life (BFL), Chief Forestry Officers from both functional and field divisions of DoFPS, Gups, sectoral heads, and the Dasho Dungpa of Sangbaykha Dungkhag.

Forestry personnel from Jigme Khesar Strict Nature Reserve, together with officials from the Haa Range Office and the Forest Management Units under Paro Forest Division, participated in the celebration, demonstrating their shared commitment to honouring the dedicated men and women serving on the frontlines of nature conservation.

The programme recognised outstanding achievements in the forestry sector. Phibsoo Wildlife Sanctuary received the Best Ranger Team Award, while Jamphel of the Nature Conservation Division (NCD) was honoured with the Best Ranger Award for his exemplary commitment and outstanding contribution to protected area management.

A major highlight of the event was the official launch of the Management Plans for nine Divisional Forest Offices (DFOs)—the first initiative of its kind in Bhutan. These 10-year strategic management plans provide a comprehensive roadmap for the sustainable management of forests, biodiversity, and natural resources across the country’s nine divisional forest offices. The plans mark a significant shift from the previous reliance on annual work plans, action plans, and sector-specific interventions towards a more integrated, long-term, and landscape-based approach to forest management.

The celebration concluded with a field visit along the Red Panda Trail at Tergola, where participants walked a one-kilometre section of the four-kilometre trail developed by JKSNR. During the walk, participants were introduced to the Reserve’s ongoing conservation initiatives, gaining firsthand insight into habitat restoration, biodiversity conservation, and efforts to protect the endangered Red Panda and its habitat. The trail also highlights JKSNR’s vision of promoting conservation-based ecotourism while fostering greater public awareness of Bhutan’s unique natural heritage. The program was funded under IKI living landscape, WWF- Bhutan