Hoshiarpur- In conversation with Daljit Ajnoha, Conservator Dr. Sanjeev Tiwari IFS. shared that Punjab is a highly biodiverse region, a treasure trove of unsurpassed beauty overlooking the Chohal forest and its lake, the Punjab Forest Department has established a The nature awareness camp at village Chohal was named Nature Retreat Chohal. It is a unique concept that passes through lakefront accommodation in wooden tents overlooking the Chohal Reservoir that offers nature lovers a picturesque, rugged jungle terrain as well as a jungle safari through off-roading.
 experience The main focus is to benefit the local communities economically and as well as provide them with employment opportunities through shared forest management principles.
 There are three lagoons in front of the wooden tents on the raised platform which offer a breath-taking view to the visitors. It has an all-wooden dining tent hall to enjoy local cuisine. Tourists experience the local culture and do not take precious energy and water from the local population. They travel on foot, bicycle, camel and leave no ecological footprint behind. The camp offers open jeep jungle safaris to Takhni Wildlife Sanctuary, which is about 15 km away, passing through various other diverse forest ecosystems. This route is a treat for off-roaders. Visitors have a special experience that they will remember for a lifetime.
 Today, these initiatives lead to a new wave of nature awareness and responsible tourism in Hoshiarpur. It is truly an amazing story of ecological and fascinating planning, design and implementation that furthered the cause of protecting its natural environment. So far it has achieved significant and positive impacts on public awareness and created a highly productive environment for responsible tourism.