The pollution control board has to enforce the ban effectively.” He emphasised on the need for stringent measures to address the root cause, advocating for a ban on manufacturing, sale, and possession of manja at all levels.
Experts say in a city like Bengaluru where humans and urban wildlife share the same space, interaction between the two is inevitable. However, public perceptions sometimes teeter on the edge of fear, misconceptions, and a lack of understanding about our wild neighbours.
Karnataka is an important migratory route for many bird species such as Geese, Coots, Ducks, and Amur Falcons and thus work towards reducing light pollution in the city is critical
Centres say they have upped their activities to raise awareness around the harmfulness of manja. Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre (WRRC), yet another rescue centre in the city, says it has already reached out to more than 300 school kids and raised awareness about the issue.