Khammam Forest Department

Telangana Van Jeevandhara

Promoting sustainable forest management and community-based livelihoods.

A people-centric initiative integrating forest conservation with sustainable livelihood opportunities for forest-dependent communities.

Programme Overview

Telangana Van Jeevandhara (TVJ) is a livelihood-oriented initiative that strengthens community participation in forest conservation.

It integrates forest protection with income opportunities through institutions like Vana Samrakshana Samithis (VSS).

Core Objective

To ensure forest conservation and community livelihoods go hand in hand.

Key Objectives

The programme aims to:

Strengthen community participation

Promote sustainable livelihoods

Improve forest resource management

Support ecological restoration

Enhance socio-economic conditions

These objectives help ensure long-term sustainability of forest ecosystems and community welfare.

Implementation Approach

The programme follows a community-driven model combining forest conservation and livelihood activities.

Participation
of VSS

Coordination with forest officials

Sustainable use of forest resources

Field-level
monitoring

Livelihood Support

The programme promotes income-generating activities while maintaining ecological balance.

Activities Include:
  • Plantation and restoration work
  • Nursery development
  • Bamboo-based livelihoods
  • Beekeeping
  • Eco-tourism activities

COMMUNITY & CONSERVATION

Active community involvement strengthens forest protection and ensures sustainable resource use.

This partnership improves both conservation outcomes and livelihoods.

Logo Concept & Symbolism

  • Community Figures: Represent VSS and collective participation
  • Bamboo & Tree: Symbolize forest resources
  • Honeycomb: Represents livelihood activities
  • Wildlife (Deer & Leopard): Biodiversity
  • Birds: Ecological balance
  • Circular Arc: Protection and sustainability

Department Commitment

Khammam Forest District is committed to strengthening community-based conservation and sustainable livelihoods through this initiative.

Supporting Sustainable Forest Livelihoods

This initiative brings together conservation, livelihoods, and community participation for long-term sustainability.