Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary declared Eco-Sensitive Zone by MoEFCC

¨     Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary has been declared an Eco-Sensitive Zone by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.

¨     The sanctuary is located in the Aravalli mountain range in the Rajsamand District of Rajasthan.
¨     The declaration aims to conserve biodiversity and protect fragile ecosystems.
¨     Support to indigenous communities living around the sanctuary has also been emphasised.
¨     An area extending from zero to one kilometre around the sanctuary has been covered under the zone.
¨     The region is home to species such as leopard, striped hyena, Indian pangolin and chinkara.
¨     Several bird species, including the painted francolin, are found in the area.
¨     Eco-friendly activities such as organic farming and agroforestry will be promoted.
¨     Skill development programmes will be encouraged to ensure sustainable livelihoods.