Dr. Samrat Gowda D. S., RCCF, Sambalpur Circle, along with the Divisional Forest Officer, Rourkela K.L. Division, inspected Kendu Leaf binding and Central Godown operations in Sundargarh K.L. Range AND interacted with field staff and Kendu Leaf workers.
Ongoing Processing, Binding & Bagging (PBB) work at various Binding Centres under Rourkela K.L. Division. Continuous supervision and monitoring are being carried out to ensure proper processing, quality maintenance, uniform binding, and of Kendu Leaves for better market value.
Field demonstration of Processing, Binding & Bagging (PBB) by DFO & ACF, Rourkela K.L. Division, at Mayabahal of balisankara, Jharmunda Phadi of Kinjirkela and Bandega Phadi of Lephripara KL Range to ensure quality, uniformity and efficiency in Kendu Leaf operations. 🌿
A coordination meeting on PBB (Processing, Binding & Bagging) Training was held at Gadapali Binding Centre, Khutgaon K.L. Range with participation of Rajamuda & Bonai K.L. Range staff. Training was conducted under the guidance of DFO, Rourkela K.L. Division .
Plucking operations commenced on 13.04.2026 at Rourkela K.L. Division, with field teams actively engaged in systematic and sustainable leaf collection across the ranges.
Mahischhapal Phadi under Rajamunda KL Range inaugurated by CCF KL Sambalpur on 11.03.2026 in the presence of RCCF Rourkela and DFO KL Rourkela, strengthening the Kendu Leaf network and supporting livelihoods in the region.
Infrastructure strengthening in Rourkela K.L. Division during the 2026 KL Crop Year with new PPHs, construction of new Permanent Phadi Houses, and conversion to PPHs to support efficient Kendu Leaf operations and rural livelihoods.
Bush cutting under Rourkela K.L. Division started from 09.02.2026 and is ongoing, shaping Kendu bushes for higher yield and strengthening livelihoods. 🌱
Permanent Phadi Houses at Fuljhar Phadi and Ranja Phadi under Khuntgaon K.L. Range were inaugurated on 26.02.2026 by Hon’ble CCF Dr. Sudarshan Behera in the presence of the DFO, K.L. Rourkela Division and the ACF, K.L. Rourkela.
Range Level Sensitization Meeting held in all the ranges under Rourkela K.L. Division, followed by felicitation of dedicated staff members in recognition of their sincere efforts and hard work in Kendu Leaf operations.Spreading awareness and preparing for 2026 KL Crop year.
A sensitization meeting at Rajgangpur K.L. Range was conducted on 06.02.2026 under the guidance of the Chief Guest, Smt. Arati Negi, ACF,focusing on preparedness and awareness for effective implementation of Kendu Leaf operations for 2026 Crop year.
Divisional Level Sensitization Meeting for CY-2026 of Rourkela K.L. Division held on 02.02.2026. Staff were briefed and sensitized by esteemed guests, staffs were felicitated, and preparedness for the 2026 Kendu Leaf Crop Year was strengthened. 🌿
Wildfire Prevention Awareness Programme conducted at Ujalpur K.L. Range on 11.01.2026, sensitizing local communities and field staff on fire prevention measures and protection of forest resources.
Inspection by CCF Sir of ongoing construction of Phadi Houses in Sundargarh, Kinjirkela, Bargaon, Bonai, Rajamunda and Balisankara K.L. Ranges, and Forest Guard Quarter at Kinjirkela to assess progress and quality of works.