Uttarakhand's Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami distributed registration certificates to 180 trained nature guides on July 19, 2026, formally recognising a fresh batch of young men and women equipped to lead wildlife and nature tourism activities across the Himalayan state.
What Happened
At the certificate distribution event, Dhami handed registration certificates to each of the 180 candidates who had completed training as nature guides. The Chief Minister praised the youth for their skills and their contribution to conservation efforts in the state.
Why Nature Guides Matter For Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand's economy leans heavily on tourism built around its forests, wildlife sanctuaries and Himalayan trekking routes. Trained and registered nature guides give visitors access to accurate information about local wildlife and terrain while also creating a structured source of livelihood for local youth. Certifying guides through a formal registration process is also meant to support the state's conservation goals, since guides trained in wildlife protocol are better placed to encourage responsible tourism.
What The Chief Minister Said
Dhami used the event to commend the trained guides, highlighting both their professional skills and their role in supporting conservation efforts in the state. He held up the batch of 180 newly certified guides as an example of how the state's youth are contributing to the protection of Uttarakhand's natural resources.
