Problems of Forestry Development in East Pakistan and Planning:
FOREST DEVELOPMENT AND FOREST RESEARCH IN EAST PAKISTAN.
‘With the progressive realization of importance of
forests and forest products in the national economy, and
over-all development of the country, planning of Forest
Development and Management planning have assumed great importance. Foresters are now required to take into consideration the overall trend of development of the country and will
have, to orient the forest planning accordingly. Proper land
use, maximum products to meet the present and future -requirement of the country, maintenance of proper soil cover without disturbing the climatic and physical condition of the country,proper maintenance of the head water regions of rivers
and to maximize the agricultural production are the important considerations in the planning of Forest development .But
non-consumptive uses of forest for recreation and aesthetic
purpose and as a source of wild life and natural beauty can
not be ignored either. One of the great common denominations
that ties together all generations is man’s dependence upon
natural resources. Activities of foresters today will infuence the condition oi future generations. Proper planning of
Forest Development is , therefore, not only of vital importance for the present generation, but will guide the destiny,
of generations to come.