Government initiatives aimed at restoring wetlands, improving water management, curbing poaching and encouraging sustainable tourism have helped strengthen Kashmir's reputation as a major destination for nature lovers and bird watchers, particularly during the winter months.
The alleged extensive clearing of vegetation in the riverine areas of the River Indus by brick kiln operators has sparked significant alarm among local communities, as it harms wildlife habitats and traditional grazing lands, as reported by Dawn.
Climate change-induced alterations in vegetation and wildlife habitats pose profound challenges for environmental management in vulnerable regions like PoGB.
The exhibition was also a reflection of an encouraging outcome of Aaranyak and British Asian Trusts' initiative to wean away villagers from their dependency on forest-based products in the greater interest of the conservation of wildlife habitats.
The Centre has identified over 60 new corridors used by elephants for movement between two habitats, taking the total number of identified passages across the country to 150, according to a report by the Ministry of Environment.