Imagine measuring your career not by promotions or paychecks — but by

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Imagine measuring your career not by promotions or paychecks — but by forests you’ve revived, wildlife you’ve saved, and communities that trust you.

That’s the new yardstick set by Vice President CP Radhakrishnan for India’s next generation of forest officers. At the Indira Gandhi National Forest Academy, he addressed 2025–2027 batch IFS probationers; including officers from Bhutan; reminding them their real success lies in ecological impact, not office titles. He stressed that conservation and development aren’t enemies; they’re partners. And that women, now 17% of the batch, are leading this change as part of ‘Nari Shakti’. Radhakrishnan didn’t stop there. He pushed for using AI, drones, and GIS; but alongside wisdom from forest communities who’ve lived with nature for centuries. His message? Don’t just manage forests; rebuild them. Don’t just follow rules; lead with integrity. And always ask: ‘Will this help India reach Viksit Bharat by 2047?’ This isn’t just a speech. It’s a manifesto for a new kind of public service; one where your legacy is measured in green cover, not job ranks.