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Apr 27, 2025

Similipal Officially Accorded as National Park's Status

Similipal, a unique and ecologically rich region in Odisha, was officially accorded national park status by the Odisha government. After decades of anticipation, this significant move places Similipal as the 107th national park in India and the second in Odisha, after Bhitarkanika.
Similipal National Park spans 845.70 sq km, divided into 11 ranges across Similipal south and Similipal north divisions.
The area comprises parts of Pithabata north, Pithabata south, Nawana, Jenabil, Upper Barahkamuda, Bhanjabasa, Barehipani, Chahala, Nawana North, and Talabandha ranges.

Apr 21, 2025

Maharashtra Designates DPS Flamingo Lake as Conservation Reserve

In a move for wildlife conservation in urban India, the Maharashtra State Wildlife Board officially declared DPS Flamingo Lake as a conservation reserve. This landmark designation represents the first time a wetland connected to the Thane Creek Flamingo Sanctuary received formal protection status, marking a crucial step in preserving the ecological integrity of Navi Mumbai's fragile wetland ecosystem. The decision came during a high-level board meeting presided over by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, underscoring the state government's commitment to environmental conservation amid rapid urban development.

Apr 19, 2025

Agreement Signed As India to Host International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) Headquarters

In a move reinforcing India's global leadership in wildlife conservation, the Government of India signed a formal agreement with the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) to host its headquarters and secretariat. This agreement signifies India's commitment to protecting the world's seven major big cat species: tiger, lion, leopard, snow leopard, cheetah, jaguar, and puma. The IBCA, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in April 2023 during the golden jubilee celebrations of Project Tiger, aims to foster global cooperation for conservation, research, and habitat preservation of these endangered species.

Apr 15, 2025

Panel Gives Nod to Shift Cheetahs from Kuno Park to Gandhi Sagar

The Cheetah Project Steering Committee cleared the relocation of some of the cheetahs from Kuno National Park to Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary.
The steering committee, however, advised that the relocation of the cheetahs to Gandhi Sagar, although in the same state, should be carried out with care, taking into account stress factors like the heat while moving them by road. Gandhi Sagar is about 300 kilometres from Kuno.

Apr 14, 2025

Madhya Pradesh Declares New Wildlife Sanctuary Named After Dr. B.R. Ambedkar

The Madhya Pradesh government declared a new wildlife sanctuary in Sagar district, covering an area of 258.64 square kilometres. The sanctuary, named Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Abhyaran, was officially announced ahead of the 134th birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.
The sanctuary's creation is aimed at bolstering conservation efforts in the region, ensuring the protection of flora and fauna.
It is designed to enhance the ecosystem by providing a protected environment for wildlife and facilitating the preservation of the region's biodiversity.
The sanctuary will also act as a tool to boost tourism and provide employment opportunities for the locals, which could help in the socio-economic development of the area.
The new sanctuary increased the number of wildlife sanctuaries in Madhya Pradesh to 25, with the state already known for its rich biodiversity and wildlife conservation efforts.
Madhya Pradesh is also recognised as the "Tiger State of India", with several renowned national parks and wildlife reserves such as Kanha, Bandhavgarh, Pench, Satpura, and Panna Tiger Reserves.

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