SRINAGAR: The Forest Department has commenced the supply of firewood to the registered mosques and other institutions at PC Depot, Qamarwari, Srinagar, for the upcoming winter.
The vehicles laden with firewood were formally flagged off at PC Depot Srinagar today by Divisional Forest Officer, Urban Forestry Division, Dr Sheikh Mehraj, in the presence of Range Officer, Timber Transport Range and Range Officer, Central Forest Control Room, Srinagar.
The Chief Conservator of Forests, Kashmir, directed the Divisional Forest Officer, Urban Forestry Division, Srinagar, to expedite the distribution of firewood and ensure that the process is completed well before the onset of winter.
Accordingly, all the registered mosques of Srinagar City and other units have been informed to approach the Range Officer, Timber Transport Range, PC Depot. Qamarwari, Srinagar, with their indent through the proper channel. The representatives of the mosques have also been advised to book their indents by or before December 20, 2025, after which no applications shall be accepted by the Department.
