Environment, Forest & Climate Change

CEM directs development of Central Nursery Farm at Sadarasora

Kamalanagar, 14 August, 2026: The Hon’ble Chief Executive Member (CEM) of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC), Dg. Nirupam Chakma, during an inspection visit to the Central Nursery Farm at Sadarasora, today directed the concerned department to take up measures for improving the nursery’s infrastructure, management and facilities for visitors.

The CEM was accompanied by Chairman, CADC, Dg. Kali Kumar Tongchangya; Deputy Chairman, Dg. Sundor Muni Chakma; Dg. Mohan Chakma, MDC, Dg. Durjya Dhan Chakma, former CEM, CADC, and District Council Conservator of Forests (DCCF), CADC, Dg. Nilo Ranjan Chakma; and others.

During the inspection, the CEM directed the construction of a dedicated water reservoir within the nursery premises. He also directed that sitting areas be provided and the existing waiting sheds be electrified for the convenience of visitors.

He further directed that informative signboards be installed for the species maintained at the nursery, displaying their local, common and scientific names. The nursery beds are also to be systematically numbered and classified according to species to facilitate proper management and maintenance of records.

The CEM also directed the department to put in place a standard rate structure for different species to facilitate nursery sales and revenue collection. He further advised that the nursery maintain a diverse range of species, with priority given to native species.

According to the District Council Conservator of Forests, the Central Nursery Farm, Sadarasora, presently has approximately 30,000 saplings in stock, after supplying saplings to various organisations. Major species available at the nursery include Nageswar (Mesua ferrea), Agar (Aquilaria malaccensis), Ottel (Terminalia chebula), Arjun (Terminalia arjuna), Mahogany (Swietenia mahagoni), Bokul (Mimusops elengi), Debdaru (Cedrus deodara), Osweng (Bischofia javanica), Mango (Mangifera indica), Jackfruit (Artocarpus heterophyllus), Garjan (Dipterocarpus turbinatus) and Samani (Artocarpus chama), besides Sorbet and Khujumgulo.

Notification: Allocation of Portfolios among the Executive Members of CADC

In exercise of the powers conferred under Rule 30 of Chakma Autonomous District Council (Constitution, Conduct of Business etc.) Rules, 2002 and as amended from time to time read with rule 4 of CADC (Allocation of Business) Rules, 2009, the Chief Executive Member, Chakma Autonomous District Council is pleased to allocate portfolios among the members of the Executive Committee of the 11th Chakma Autonomous District Council as shown below with immediate effect.

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Financial assistance to broomstick farmers 2025-26

A sanction not exceeding to Rs.112.50 lakh is hereby accorded by Pu Donny Lalruatsanga, Deputy Commissioner, Lawngtlai and Caretaker, CADC in respect of horticulture department, CADC being payment of financial assistance to farmers of broomstick garden as per the selection list of the Beneficiary Selection Committee of horticulture department, CADC which is appended herewith in ANNEXURE-I.

The above expenditure shall be debitable out of 3rd & 4th Quarter of GIA-Genl. (Non-Salary) during the financial year, 2025-2026 under Horticulture Department against the head of “Financial Assistance to Farmers of broom stick gardens and other horticultural gardens”

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Guidelines for financial assistance to broomstick farmers

The Horticulture Department of the Chakma Autonomous District Council (CADC) has notified the official guidelines and selection criteria for the “Financial Assistance to Farmers of Broomstick Gardens” scheme. Issued on March 18, 2026, following approval from the Deputy Commissioner of Lawngtlai, this initiative implements a directive from the Governor’s Secretariat to support local cultivators.

Beneficiary Selection: Priority is given to low-income households (BPL), women farmers, and residents of areas suitable for broom grass cultivation. Applicants must commit to sustainable harvesting practices without using harmful chemicals.

Application Procedure: Interested farmers must submit applications to the District Council Horticulture Officer, including a passport photo, Aadhaar card, Voter ID, and bank passbook. All applications require a formal recommendation and meeting minutes from the respective Village Council Executive Body.

Verification and Oversight: The Horticulture Department will conduct field verifications after the disbursement of financial assistance to ensure the funds are used according to the established guidelines.

Further details are provided below

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Public Notice: Strict Rules for Broom Grass Transport and Trade in CADC

The Environment, Forests and Climate Change Department, CADC, has issued strict instructions regarding the Broom Grass Tender. Key Directives for Compliance:Protect the Tenderer: Permit holders must not transgress or interfere with the operational jurisdiction and trade of the Broom Grass Tenderer. Stop Illegal Transport: Forest Officials are directed to strictly monitor and prevent any illegal Transit Pass or unauthorized transportation of broom grass. Accurate Ground Truthing: Officials must conduct accurate ground truthing of private gardens; falsified reports will be viewed seriously. No Collective Transport: Registered Private Broom Grass Gardeners are strictly prohibited from combining their loads or collectively transporting broom grass. Each gardener must transport their harvest individually to prevent permit misuse and ensure transparency.

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Notice on registration of private broom grass cultivation

With the approval of the Deputy Commissioner, Lawngtlai & Caretaker CADC, the Environment, Forest & Climate Change Department invites private gardeners who grow broom grass within CADC area to register their gardens with the forest department if they wish to collect or extract broom grass under the ‘Permit System’. Registration is designed to help regulate harvesting and maintain records, ensuring legal compliance and sustainable extraction.

Only after registration, gardeners can apply for the pennit needed for harvesting and transport. The gardens that are not registered under the forest deputment will be considered natural and will fall under the ‘sealed tender holder’ Interested individuals may approach the undersigned for details and may collect the registration form from the DCCF offce within offce hours. The last date of submission of the registration form is 30th of November 2025 and any registration forn received after the final submission deadline will be considered invalid.

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Notice inviting tender for collection, harvesting and trade of broom grass

With the approval of the Deputy Commissioner, Lawngtlai & Caretaker, CADC, sealed tenders are hereby invited by the Forest Department for granting a permit for the collection, harvesting and trade of broom grass from CADC forest areas for the upcoming collection season. The minimum bid amount is eight lakhs. Interested individuals may collect the tender form from the DCCF office within office hours.

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