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Uttarakhand CM directs plan to reduce human-wildlife conflict
The Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, Pushkar Singh Dhami, has asked officials to make a plan to reduce conflicts between humans and wildlife.
He wants better coordination between protecting wildlife and developing the area.
He also wants to honor people who help in these conflicts.
The plan includes promoting tourism that focuses on wildlife and ensuring that all development projects follow conservation rules.
Important officials like the Forest Minister and Chief Secretary were present during the discussions.
Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami directed officials to prepare a plan to minimize human-wildlife conflicts.
A Quick Response Team (QRT) will be deployed to prevent conflicts during the Haridwar Kumbh.
Strict compliance with conservation conditions in all approved projects was emphasized.
The government aims to balance wildlife conservation, biodiversity enhancement, and local livelihoods.
Ordinary citizens who save lives in man-animal conflicts will be honored at the state level.
- Who
- Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami
- What
- Directed officials to prepare a plan to minimize human-wildlife conflicts
- Where
- Uttarakhand
- When
- July 24
- Why
- To balance wildlife conservation, biodiversity enhancement, and livelihoods of local communities
Conservation Prioritization
Development and Livelihood
Focus on Conservation
Conservation Prioritization
Strict compliance with conservation conditions in all approved projects.
Development and Livelihood
Balancing conservation with development and livelihoods of local communities.
Tourism Promotion
Conservation Prioritization
Promote wildlife-based tourism to support conservation efforts.
Development and Livelihood
Ensure tourism does not negatively impact wildlife and their habitats.
Key facts
- Chief Minister
- Pushkar Singh Dhami
- State
- Uttarakhand
- Date
- July 24
- Quick Response Team
- Deployed to prevent human-wildlife conflicts during Haridwar Kumbh
- Key Officials Present
- Forest Minister Subodh Uniyal, Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan
Quotes
Pushkar Singh Dhami
Uttarakhand Chief Minister
“"We are committed to balancing wildlife conservation, biodiversity enhancement, and the livelihoods of local communities."”
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“"Citizens who save lives in man‑animal conflicts will be honoured at the state level."”
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