CAMPA approves conservation projects for river dolphins, snow leopards, rhinos, and wild water buffalo
The governing body of the National Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA) approved four new conservation projects. These projects focus on the conservation and recovery action plan for river dolphins, Project Snow Leopard Phase-II (including population estimation), the conservation action plan for the Indian Rhinoceros, and a pan-India conservation approach for the wild water buffalo. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to protecting endangered species and their habitats across the country.
Key Points
- CAMPA has approved four new conservation projects for endangered species.
- The projects target river dolphins, snow leopards, Indian Rhinoceros, and wild water buffalo.
- Project Snow Leopard Phase-II includes a second cycle of population estimation.
- The approval signifies a continued focus on biodiversity conservation efforts in India.
Exam Facts
- Governing body: National Compensatory Afforestation Fund Management and Planning Authority (CAMPA).
- The projects are for river dolphins, snow leopards, Indian Rhinoceros, and wild water buffalo.
- Project Snow Leopard Phase-II is mentioned.
- CAMPA approved a new scheme with an initial corpus of ₹3,000 crore over five years.
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