BBMP and KFD officials collaborate to protect Yelahanka Puttenahalli Lake and Bird Conservation Reserve by installing a pipeline to prevent sewage entry. Efforts are made to maintain the pristine condition of the bird conservation reserve while ensuring the safety of flora and fauna. Locals raise concerns about potential risks to the ecosystem and biodiversity.
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According to officials from KFD, the draft policy has been submitted to the state government, and a decision on it will be taken soon after the general elections in the state.
BRT Tiger Reserve DCF and director Deepa J Contractor told BM that the fire in the tiger reserve a few days ago had to be put out manually due to difficult terrain.
According to Data provided by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and Karnataka Forest Department (KFD), these casualties have been going on. While 30 casualties were reported in 2019-20, it decreased to 26 in 2020-21. However, 27 casualties were recorded in 2021-22, 29 in 2022-23 and 39 in 2023-24.