Srinagar- Jammu and Kashmir has received a total of Rs 69.58 lakhs for the development of wildlife habitats over the last two years, an official data reveals.
According to data accessed, Rs 69.58 lakh were allocated to J&K in 2023 and 2024 under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme for the development of wildlife habitats.
An official said that this initiative aims to strengthen the conservation and management of J&K’s diverse and ecologically significant wildlife habitats.
“By providing financial support, the scheme seeks to promote biodiversity, protect endangered species, and improve the overall health of natural ecosystems in Jammu and Kashmir,” he said, as per news agency KNO.
The Ministry’s scheme, Development of Wildlife Habitats, also focuses on holistic habitat management, including measures to mitigate human-animal conflicts. “It provides funding for various interventions such as animal-proof fencing, anti-depredation squads, rapid response teams, ex-gratia relief, and technology-based animal tracking systems,” the official said
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