Goma Conservation Committee - GCC

Goma Conservation Committee - GCC A community-led initiative from Goma, working for wildlife conservation and sustainable livelihood.

22/03/2026

In this heartwarming video, respected Goma elder Zawar Ali shares his thoughts about the Himalayan ibex, calling them the true beauty of Goma’s mountains. He says the community loves to see these graceful animals roaming freely across the rocky slopes surrounding the village.

For generations, the people of Goma have lived close to nature, and wildlife like the ibex remains an important part of the valley’s natural heritage. Moments like this remind us why protecting wildlife and their habitats is so important.

A simple and cute moment from the mountains of Saltoro Valley, where humans and wildlife share the same landscape.

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21/03/2026

Eid Mubarak 🌙✨ and Happy Nowruz 🌸

On behalf of the people of Goma, we extend heartfelt greetings to all our community members and friends on this blessed Eid and the arrival of Nowruz.

Nowruz — the first day of the new year — reminds us that nature returns to life once again. It is a message of spring, renewal, and new beginnings.

On this auspicious occasion, let us take the opportunity to pledge to care for our land, mountains, pastures, water springs, and wildlife.
May we be granted the awareness and ability to protect the beauty and resources of our valley.

Let us turn this joyful day into a new beginning filled with responsibility, love, and hope.

The People of Goma
Goma Community

Eid Mubarak 🌙 and Happy Nowruz 🌿

عید مبارک 🌙✨ اور نوروز مبارک 🌸

گوما کے عوام کی جانب سے تمام اہلِ علاقہ اور دوستوں کو دل کی گہرائیوں سے عید اور نوروز کی مبارکباد۔

نوروز — یعنی سالِ نو کا آغاز — ہمیں یاد دلاتا ہے کہ فطرت ایک بار پھر زندگی کی طرف لوٹ رہی ہے۔ یہ بہار، تجدید اور نئی شروعات کا پیغام ہے۔

اس بابرکت عید اور اس نئے سال کے موقع پر ہم سب کے لیے یہ ایک موقع ہے کہ ہم اپنے اردگرد کی زمین، پہاڑوں، چراگاہوں، پانی کے چشموں اور جنگلی حیات کی حفاظت کا عہد کریں۔
دعا ہے کہ ہمیں اپنی اس خوبصورت وادی اور اس کے قدرتی وسائل کی نگہبانی کی توفیق اور شعور عطا ہو۔

آئیے اس خوشی کے دن کو ذمہ داری، محبت اور امید کے ساتھ ایک نئے آغاز میں بدل دیں۔

گوما کمیونٹی Goma Community

عید مبارک 🌙 اور نوروز مبارک

20/03/2026

On March 4, the Goma Conservation Committee (GCC) organized an awareness march in Chuling Valley, the summer pasture of Goma located at an elevation of about 14,000 feet above sea level.

During the march, respected teacher and responsible community member Sir Sikander Yousaf shared an important message about the significance of World Wildlife Day. He highlighted the importance of protecting biodiversity, preserving natural habitats, and strengthening community responsibility toward wildlife conservation.

Chuling Valley, with its rich pastures and mountain ecosystems, is an important habitat for many species of wildlife. Activities like this awareness march aim to inspire local youth and community members to value and protect the natural heritage of the Saltoro Valley.

🌿🏔️ Sikandar Yousuf

19/03/2026

In this video, Sir Najm Din, a widely respected teacher from Goma, shares an important message about the need for wildlife conservation in our mountains. He highlights the value of biodiversity, the importance of protecting natural habitats, and the responsibility of local communities to safeguard the wildlife that lives in the Saltoro Valley.

He reminds us that animals, birds, and their habitats are part of our natural heritage. Protecting them today is essential for maintaining ecological balance and ensuring that future generations can continue to witness the beauty of these mountains and their wildlife.

His message encourages young people and community members to actively participate in conservation efforts and support initiatives such as wildlife monitoring and the ibex census.

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18/03/2026

On the occasion of the annual Ibex Census, Zonal Representative Ishaq Ghulam shared an important message highlighting the significance of wildlife conservation and community participation in protecting the Himalayan ibex.

He appreciated the dedication of volunteers, members of the Goma Conservation Committee (GCC), and local youth who actively participate in monitoring wildlife and conducting the census in the rugged mountains of the Saltoro Valley. He emphasized that protecting wildlife and natural habitats is a collective responsibility of the entire community.

The ibex census not only helps in understanding the population of this magnificent mountain animal but also strengthens community awareness and commitment toward biodiversity conservation.

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Ibex Encounter Near the Road in Gyari Valley | GCC Watch Wing PatrolDuring a routine patrol by the Goma Conservation Com...
17/03/2026

Ibex Encounter Near the Road in Gyari Valley | GCC Watch Wing Patrol

During a routine patrol by the Goma Conservation Committee (GCC) Watch Wing, an interesting encounter with Himalayan ibex took place near the road at the location known as Shorbi in Gyari Valley.

This moment occurred on March 16, when the ibex came quite close to the patrol team, creating a rare and fascinating wildlife sighting.

The observation was reported by Watch Wing Secretary Muhammad Ashraf, along with senior members Hassan Ali and Muhammad Sadiq, who were part of the patrol at the time.

Such sightings highlight the rich wildlife of the Saltoro Valley and the importance of regular monitoring and conservation efforts to protect these magnificent mountain animals.

وادی گیاری میں سڑک کے قریب آئیبیکس سے دلچسپ سامنا | جی سی سی واچ ونگ کی گشت

تفصیل:
گوما کنزرویشن کمیٹی (GCC) کے واچ ونگ کی معمول کی گشت کے دوران وادی گیاری میں شوربی کے مقام پر ایک دلچسپ منظر دیکھنے کو ملا، جب آئیبیکس سڑک کے قریب ہی گشت کرنے والی ٹیم کے سامنے آ گئے۔

یہ واقعہ 16 مارچ کو پیش آیا، جب واچ ونگ کی ٹیم گشت کر رہی تھی اور اچانک ان کا سامنا آئیبیکس سے ہو گیا۔ پہاڑوں کے ان خوبصورت جانوروں کو قریب سے دیکھنا ایک نادر اور دلکش لمحہ تھا۔

یہ مناظر واچ ونگ کے سیکرٹری محمد اشرف کے ہمراہ سینئر ممبران حسن علی اور محمد صادق نے رپورٹ کیے، جو اس گشت میں شامل تھے۔

اس طرح کے مشاہدات وادی سالتورو کی بھرپور جنگلی حیات کی یاد دہانی ہیں اور اس بات کو اجاگر کرتے ہیں کہ ان جانوروں اور ان کے مسکن کی حفاظت کے لیے مسلسل نگرانی اور اجتماعی کوششیں کتنی ضروری ہیں

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16/03/2026

In this video, a group of Himalayan ibex can be seen climbing back up the steep mountain slopes above Goma. The animals were likely seen after coming down closer to the village earlier to drink water from a nearby stream.

Such moments show the delicate connection between wildlife and the natural water sources of our valleys. In high-altitude environments like the Saltoro Valley, streams often attract wildlife, especially during quiet hours.

The Goma Conservation Committee (GCC) and its Watch Wing regularly monitor these areas to ensure that wildlife remains safe and undisturbed. Protecting these animals and their habitats is a shared responsibility of the community.

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15/03/2026

In this video, Muhammad Nawaz, Constable of the GB Police, shares an important message regarding the protection of wildlife in the Gyari and Chuling Valleys.

Acting on the instructions of the SSP Ghanche, he is regularly monitoring these areas to prevent illegal activities. He emphasized that Section 144 has been imposed in the valley, and any illegal hunting or poaching will be dealt with strictly according to the law.

He warned that those involved in poaching or other unlawful activities will face legal action. The purpose of these measures is to ensure the protection of wildlife and to preserve the natural biodiversity of the region.

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15/03/2026

During a routine patrol and monitoring activity in the mountains around Goma, our team captured a glimpse of a Chukar partridge quietly moving among the rocky slopes. The chukar is one of the most iconic birds of high-altitude regions, perfectly adapted to the harsh terrain of the Karakoram.

Sightings like this remind us of the rich biodiversity that surrounds our village and the responsibility we share to protect it. Through community efforts and regular monitoring by the Goma Conservation Committee (GCC), we hope to ensure that wildlife continues to thrive in these mountains.

Every bird, every valley, and every mountain stream is part of our natural heritage. Protecting them means protecting the future of our land.

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گوما کنزرویشن کمیٹی – واچ ونگ کی گشت میں بزرگوں کی شرکت 🌿جی سی سی کے واچ ونگ کی معمول کی گشت اور چراگاہوں کی نگرانی کی س...
15/03/2026

گوما کنزرویشن کمیٹی – واچ ونگ کی گشت میں بزرگوں کی شرکت 🌿

جی سی سی کے واچ ونگ کی معمول کی گشت اور چراگاہوں کی نگرانی کی سرگرمیوں کو گوما کے بزرگوں اور عمائدین نے سراہا ہے۔ انہوں نے اس کوشش کو قدرتی ورثے اور جنگلی حیات کے تحفظ کے لیے ایک اہم قدم قرار دیا اور خود بھی رضاکارانہ طور پر ان سرگرمیوں میں حصہ لینے لگے ہیں۔

بزرگوں نے اس عزم کا اظہار کیا کہ وہ قدرتی ورثے اور مقامی چراگاہوں کی حفاظت کے لیے ہر قسم کی قربانی دینے سے دریغ نہیں کریں گے۔

اسی سلسلے میں ایک گشت کے دوران واچ ونگ کے ممبران اور نوجوانوں کے ساتھ گاؤں کے بزرگ زوار علی صاحب اور ابراہیم صاحب نے بھی شرکت کی۔ ٹیم نے قوم کی قدیم شکارگاہ اور تائیس سپاں کے مقام تک گشت کیا۔ اس موقع پر بزرگوں نے نوجوانوں کو وادیوں اور چراگاہوں کی نگرانی مزید سخت کرنے اور اس روایت کو جاری رکھنے کی نصیحت کی۔

اس موقع پر واچ ونگ کے سیکرٹری محمد اشرف اور سینئر ممبر غلام مہدی اور محمد صادق نے دونوں بزرگوں اور شریک نوجوانوں کا شکریہ ادا کیا اور ان کی حوصلہ افزائی کو کمیٹی کے لیے باعثِ تقویت قرار دیا

🌿 Community Elders Join GCC Watch Wing Patrol 🌿

The routine patrols and rangeland monitoring carried out by the Watch Wing of the Goma Conservation Committee (GCC) are being appreciated by the elders and community leaders of Goma. Encouraged by these efforts, some elders have also started voluntarily joining the patrols to support the protection of our natural heritage.

They expressed their strong commitment that the community will not hesitate to make every possible sacrifice to protect its wildlife, pastures, and natural resources.

During one such patrol, respected elders Zawar Ali and Ibrahim joined the Watch Wing members and local youth. The team patrolled up to the community’s ancient hunting grounds and the area known as Taees Span. On this occasion, the elders advised the young volunteers to further strengthen monitoring of the valleys and rangelands to safeguard wildlife and biodiversity.

At the end of the patrol, Watch Wing Secretary Muhammad Ashraf and senior member Muhammad Sadiq thanked the elders and the participating youth for their support and dedication to conservation.

Thriving Wildlife in Goma: Ibex and Chukar Spotted Near Human SettlementsGCC Watch Wing, during a routine patrol in the ...
14/03/2026

Thriving Wildlife in Goma: Ibex and Chukar Spotted Near Human Settlements

GCC Watch Wing, during a routine patrol in the Ruti Valley, observed signs that ibex had come close to human settlements in the Goma Conservation Area. Droppings and tracks were found near a water stream in the valley, suggesting that the ibex had recently visited the area, probably to drink water.

Upon arrival at the site, the team saw a group of ibex climbing up the nearby mountain. They recorded videos of the animals gracefully making their way upward, seemingly indifferent to the presence of humans.

During the patrol, the team also encountered partridges( Chukar) in the valley. The members expressed great joy at witnessing wildlife safely thriving and present in such abundance in the area.








🌿 گوما کنزرویشن کمیٹی – مارخور شماری/آئبیکس سینسز سرگرمی 🌿🌿 Goma Conservation Committee – Ibex Census Activity 🌿On Sunda...
10/03/2026

🌿 گوما کنزرویشن کمیٹی – مارخور شماری/آئبیکس سینسز سرگرمی 🌿

🌿 Goma Conservation Committee – Ibex Census Activity 🌿

On Sunday, March 8, all members of the Goma Conservation Committee (GCC) participated in an ibex census activity in the Gyari Valley. During this effort, the team surveyed different locations from Tafa to Shorbi.

Throughout the survey, ibex were sighted at several spots, and all observations were carefully recorded in the official census forms. The purpose of this activity was to assess the ibex population in the area and strengthen wildlife monitoring efforts.

After completing the survey, all members returned to Tafa, where the GCC cabinet hosted an iftar for the participants.
Following the iftar, a brief gathering was held in which committee officials informed attendees about the progress made so far and the strategy for upcoming activities. The briefing was well received by everyone present.

On this occasion, police personnel from Gangche, assigned to monitor hunting areas under the orders of the SSP Gangche, were also present.

The census report will be published soon and shared with the relevant institutions.

This activity reflects the local community’s commitment to protecting and monitoring wildlife in the region. 🌿

آٹھ مارچ، بروز اتوار، گوما کنزرویشن کمیٹی (GCC) کے تمام ممبران نے وادی گیاری میں آئبیکس سینسز کی سرگرمی میں حصہ لیا۔ اس دوران ٹیم نے تفا سے لے کر شوربی تک مختلف مقامات کا سروے کیا۔

سروے کے دوران متعدد مقامات پر آئبیکس کا مشاہدہ کیا گیا اور تمام مشاہدات کو باقاعدہ سینسز فارم میں درج کیا گیا۔ اس سرگرمی کا مقصد علاقے میں موجود آئبیکس کی آبادی کا جائزہ لینا اور وائلڈ لائف کی نگرانی کو مضبوط بنانا تھا۔

سروے مکمل ہونے کے بعد تمام ممبران تفا واپس آئے جہاں جی سی سی کیبنٹ کی جانب سے افطاری پیش کی گئی۔
بعد از افطاری، ایک مختصر تقریب بھی منعقد کی گئی جس میں کمیٹی کے عہدیداروں نے اب تک کی پیش رفت اور آئندہ کی حکمت عملی کے بارے میں حاضرین کو آگاہ کیا، جسے سب نے سراہا۔
اس موقع پر ایس ایس پی گانگچھے کے حکم پر شکارگاہوں کی نگرانی پر مامور گانگچھے پولیس کے اہلکار بھی موجود تھے۔
سنسز رپورٹ جلد شائع کی جائے گی اور متعلقہ اداروں کو بھی ارسال کی جائے گی۔

یہ سرگرمی مقامی کمیونٹی کی طرف سے جنگلی حیات کے تحفظ اور نگرانی کے عزم کا مظہر ہے۔

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