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BSF Personnel Sensitised On Human-Elephant Interaction In SWKH

5Jul

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BSF Personnel Sensitised On Human-Elephant Interaction In SWKH

The Meghalaya Forest Department recently conducted an outreach programme for the 193rd BSF Battalion at Ranikor, Gumaghat BOP on the Indo-Bangladesh border in South-West Khasi Hills. The session aimed to educate BSF personnel on handling wild elephant encounters and raise awareness about wildlife crimes and trafficking in the region. Experts from Aaranyak, including Dr. Bibhuti Prasad Lahkar, Abhijit Baruah, and Dr. Jimmy Borah, shared insights on elephant behaviour and wildlife crime trends. Forest Officer Sankupar Kharsyntiew discussed plans for joint patrolling to manage elephant movements. Around 33 BSF personnel attended the event, held under the supervision of Inspector Shravan Kumar and Beat Officer Joseph Sawkmie. The initiative highlights the importance of equipping security forc...

Namdapha National Park hosts Marathon for tigers to mark Global Tiger Day

In celebration of Global Tiger Day, Namdapha National Park and Tiger Reserve in Arunachal Pradesh has organized a 10 km marathon to raise awareness about tiger conservation and the importance of forests. The event is aimed at engaging the youth of Changlang district in protecting this critical habitat. The marathon saw enthusiastic participation from students of Government Higher Secondary School Miao, who, despite the sweltering heat, rallied through Miao town chanting slogans like “Bagh hai to Jungle Hai, Jungle Hai to Insan hai” and “Save Namdapha, Save Tiger.” Their efforts were bolstered by local community members, including Shri Latgam Singpho, who emphasized the importance of involving the youth in wildlife conservation. According to the 2022 “Status of Tigers: Co-Predators a...

Garo Hills’ hoolock gibbons set for new home in Ri Bhoi

Meghalaya government has announced plans to relocate hoolock gibbons from the Sonja Wildlife Rescue Centre in Tura to the newly constructed Meghalaya State Zoo at Umtrew, Ri-Bhoi district. This decision has sparked debate among Garo Hills residents, prompting officials to clarify the rationale behind the move. The Meghalaya State Zoo, recently recognised by the Central Zoo Authority (CZA), boasts nearly complete infrastructure designed to meet stringent wildlife care standards. In contrast, the Sonja Wildlife Rescue Centre, operating for over 16 years, lacks CZA approval and fails to meet the required norms for long-term animal care. As per a statement issued by the government, these gibbons have been under human care for an extended period, making their reintroduction to natural fo...