Wildlife corridor development plan underway in Jharkhand

Mail News Service

Jamshedpur, May 12: The Forest Department in Jharkhand has initiated preparations for the establishment of a wildlife corridor aimed at safeguarding the state’s diverse wildlife. An action plan has been meticulously crafted, outlining strategies to protect wildlife through designated corridors within regional and restricted forest areas. To finalize this comprehensive plan, the Forest Department will engage a consultant, who will oversee the demarcation and mapping of the proposed corridor.

The demarcation and mapping process will specifically target human-populated areas along the periphery of Seemanchal in Jharkhand. This endeavor is part of a long-term conservation strategy, emphasizing the importance of preserving wildlife habitats. Once established, the corridor will receive legal recognition, ensuring its protection and management. Additionally, ecological entities within the corridor will be identified and managed using technical expertise.

The implementation of this initiative will rely on active participation from local communities, fostering a harmonious co-existence between humans and wildlife. Such collaboration will adhere to scientific principles, promoting sustainable conservation practices for the long term.

Jharkhand has witnessed a notable increase in forest cover in recent years, with the current forest area spanning 23,721 square kilometers, constituting approximately 29.76 percent of the state’s geographical area. Reserved forests account for 18.58 percent, protected forests for 81.28 percent, and unclassified forests for 0.14 percent of the total recorded forest area. Over the past two years, the forest cover has expanded by 109.73 square kilometers, with significant growth observed in forest areas such as Saranda and Kolhan.