A. Shakeel Ahmad Khan
B. Shahram Khan Tarakai
C. Syed Muhammad Ishtiaq Urmar
D. Muhammad Atif
Background of the Forest Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
The Climate Change, Forestry, Environment and Wildlife Department of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is responsible for protecting forests, conserving wildlife, implementing environmental policies, and addressing climate change challenges in the province. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is home to some of Pakistan’s most important forest resources and gained international recognition through initiatives such as the Billion Tree Tsunami Project.
Syed Muhammad Ishtiaq Urmar played an important role in environmental policymaking during his tenure as Provincial Minister. Following political changes in the province, the forests portfolio is presently supervised by Advisor Pir Musavir Khan, who oversees climate change, forestry, environmental protection, and wildlife conservation initiatives in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Important Key Facts about the KP Forest Department
- Correct Answer (Historical MCQ): Syed Muhammad Ishtiaq Urmar.
- Current Portfolio Holder (2026): Pir Musavir Khan (Advisor to Chief Minister).
- Department Name: Climate Change, Forestry, Environment and Wildlife Department.
- Provincial Capital: Peshawar.
- Major Initiative: Billion Tree Tsunami Project.
- Current Responsibility: Forest conservation, climate change mitigation, and wildlife protection.
Exam Relevance: Pakistan Current Affairs, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government, Forest Department, Climate Change, Billion Tree Tsunami Project, Environmental Policies, CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, NTS, OTS, FIA, MOD, ASF, ISSB, Lecturer Tests, and Competitive Examinations.