As the Executive Director of Jharkhand Foundation Kendra, it was an honor to be invited as the keynote speaker to deliver lectures during the ongoing Green Skill Development Programme (GSDP) on “Nature Conservator cum Ecotourism Guide” at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad. I delivered an intensive four-day lecture series from 16/01/2026 to 20/01/2026, focusing on nature conservation, community-based ecotourism, and sustainable livelihood development in Jharkhand and across India. Throughout the sessions, Dr. Jaydev Kumar Mahato shared practical field experiences, policy insights, and inspiring case studies that effectively linked environmental protection with skill development and grassroots empowerment. The lectures encouraged trainees to view ecotourism not merely as a career option, but as a meaningful commitment to conserving natural and cultural heritage. Overall, the lecture series added significant value to the GSDP, reinforcing its mission to nurture skilled, responsible, and future-ready green professionals.
