India: Geo-tagging to preserve Kashmir's iconic chinar trees
Authorities in Indian Kashmir have begun to geo-tag thousands of 'Chinar' trees to create a database to help conserve them. Led by Research Forest Division Srinagar, the initiative involves geo-tagging and attaching QR codes to Chinar trees,
Symbol of Kashmir's natural heritage, chinar trees to be geo-tagged, equipped with unique code
A "Digital Tree Aadhaar" programme has been launched by the Jammu and Kashmir government for conservation of the majestic Chinars which will see creation of a comprehensive database of the tree facing
The fall of Kashmir’s mighty chinar trees
Many Chinar trees in Srinagar are now showing signs of disease, with large hollowed-out cavities in their trunks caused by pest and pathogen attacks. These areas mark the early stages of decline in the trees’ health, a troubling indicator.
J-K Govt begins process of geo-tagging Chinar trees in Kashmir to preserve its heritage
Jammu and Kashmir's government began the process of geo-tagging">geo-tagging in its bid to preserve heritage Chinar trees in Kashmir on Thursday.Dr Syed Tariq, Scientist at Forest Research Institute said,
Preserving Heritage: Kashmir’s iconic Chinar trees get geo-tagged with unique Aadhar-like codes
Kashmir's iconic Chinar trees are undergoing a digital transformation through the 'Digital Tree Aadhaar' initiative, which uses QR codes and GIS technology to monitor their health and location. This project aims to conserve these cultural symbols facing threats from urbanization and climate change.
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