Thimphu Forest Division

Availability of timber (100512 cft) to be allotted through open auction. Please verify timber quality and quantity and participate in the upcoming auction to be held on 27th March 2026

Forest fire outbreaks in the country tend to increase during weekends, government holidays, and festive occasions, as picnic activities and recreational use of forest areas intensify. Forest areas under the Divisional Forest Office (DFO), Thimphu, being located in the capital city with a large urban population, receive a particularly high number of picnic-goers and recreational visitors. Due to the careless use of fire at picnic sites and recreational areas located close to or within forest landscapes, the frequency of fire outbreaks is observed to be higher during major festivals such as Tsechus, Losars, and government holidays.
To minimize the risk of fire outbreaks associated with such activities, DFO Thimphu conducted Forest Fire Surveillance Duty on 19 January 2026, coinciding with the celebration of Chunyipi Losar. Forest officials were stationed at strategic locations to create awareness and closely monitor the use of open fires at picnic sites. With these mitigation measures implemented in line with directives from the Department, DFO Thimphu successfully remained fire-free during Chunyipi Losar 2026. The Office extends sincere appreciation to all forestry staff who sacrificed their time to ensure a fire-free Losar and safeguard our forests from fire outbreaks.

26515 cft of timber in log form is available for allotment through open auction. Interested Logging firms and WBIs may inspect the timber Quality and Quantity and participate in the auction scheduled on 16th JANUARY 2026

Today, a simple promotion ceremony was held to honor six forestry officials under DFO Thimphu in recognition of their dedicated and selfless service to protection and conservation of forests and environment.

The CFO and the entire staff of DFO Thimphu conveyed heartfelt congratulations and offered Tashi khadars to the promotees.

Tashi Delek to all the promotees and congratulations on your well-deserved promotion. 🙏

Update on Sangaygang Forest Fire

The forest fire that occurred in Sangaygang at around 1:00 PM on 2 January 2026 has been fully contained. Mopping-up operations were successfully completed on 3 January 2026 with the engagement of around 300 firefighters from Desuung, Royal Bhutan Army, Royal Bhutan Police, the Forest Department and volunteers.

As of the morning of 4 January 2026, there has been no re-ignition reported.

The Divisional Forest Office, Thimphu and the Department of Forests and Park Services (DoFPS) sincerely appreciate the strong cooperation and tireless efforts of all agencies and volunteers for the timely suppression of the forest fire.

At the same time, we kindly request all citizens to remain extra cautious during this dry winter season to help prevent forest fires.

🌲 Together, we can prevent forest fires and protect our forests and environment. 🌲

“Department of Forests and Park Services
“Thimphu Forest Division

The Divisional Forest Office - Thimphu in collaboration with the Desuung Office have initiated a Forest Fire Prevention Awareness Program from 25th of October 2025 and it will continue till 2nd of November 2025 targeting fire prone areas in and around Thimphu. Everyone is requested to kindly cooperate in preventing forest Fire. "Preventing forest fires is a collective responsibility and Together, we can prevent forest fires".

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Timber available for allotment through open auction to be held on 8th October 2025. Interested WBIs and eligible individuals are requested to participate, if interested.

🚮 𝒁𝒆𝒓𝒐-𝑾𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒆 𝑯𝒐𝒖𝒓 🚮

In honour of Her Majesty’s noble initiative and vision for a Zero-Waste Bhutan, all offices under the Divisional Forest Office - Thimphu observed a special Zero-Waste Hour today.

As a heartfelt tribute to Her Majesty’s unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship, our staff actively engaged in cleaning their office surroundings, approach roads, nearby footpaths, and some stretches of Wangchu riverbank.

This humble effort is more than just a cleanup—it's a collective step toward building a more responsible society, one that proudly embraces the message: ♻️ “My Waste, My Responsibility” ♻️

Let’s all do our part for a cleaner, greener Bhutan! 💚🇧🇹

On the joyous occasion of the 35th Birth Anniversary of Her Majesty The Gyaltsuen, the Thimphu Forest Division joins the nation in conveying our deepest respects, heartfelt wishes, and sincere prayers for Her Majesty's good health, happiness and long life.