The Conservator of Forests (CF), Chief Wildlife Warden (CWLW), DNH & DD
A conservator of forests is a government official responsible for the management and protection of forests, wildlife and other natural resources in the UT area. The specific duties of a conservator of forests can vary but generally include Forest Conservation, protection, planning, monitoring including overseeing policies and regulations on the sustainable use of forest resources, such as timber harvesting and collection of non- timber forest products, etc.
As a Chief Wildlife Warden, the officer is entrusted with various powers and duties as given under Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 and guidelines pertaining to the handling of wild flora and fauna. He is the highest level authority given powers to approve management plan of wildlife areas which includes wildlife sanctuaries and national parks. CWLW acts as an expert member in dealing with wildlife cases within their jurisdiction and assist in wildlife related policy matters in the territory. He also is empowered to approve the applications related to research permits given to researchers to study wildlife in the forest areas within his jurisdiction.