Himalayan Research Fellowships Scheme (HRFS): Fostering Research in the Fragile Himalayas

The Himalayan Research Fellowships Scheme (HRFS), an initiative under the National Mission on Himalayan Studies (NMHS), seeks to nurture young researchers and build scientific knowledge critical for the conservation and sustainable development of the Indian Himalayan Region (IHR). It acknowledges the unique challenges this ecologically sensitive area faces and the need for informed decision-making. Objectives … Read more

Green Skill Development Programme (GSDP): Building a Green Workforce

The Green Skill Development Programme (GSDP) is an initiative by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) designed to create skilled manpower for India’s transition towards a green economy. It recognizes that the shift towards sustainable practices requires a workforce trained in green technologies, resource efficiency, and environmentally conscious operations. Objectives of GSDP … Read more