Opposition Raised Over Rs 99cr Ecotourism Project in Satkosia Tiger Reserve
What happened
A proposed Rs 99cr integrated ecotourism project inside Satkosia Tiger Reserve has been opposed by wildlife conservationists. The project, which is to be executed by the Odisha Bridge and Construction Corporation, plans to build infrastructure at six locations. Two of these sites, Chhamundia and Kusang, are located near the Mahanadi division. Wildlife activist Biswajit Mohanty alleged that the forest department was pressured to implement the project.
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Why it matters
The initiative, which utilizes the Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment scheme, aims to strengthen ecotourism infrastructure and improve visitor experience. However, conservationists have questioned the location of some facilities and the ecological impact of the planned construction activities.
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Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
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Regulatory opposition to the Rs 99cr state-backed ecotourism project might threaten the funding and execution of the initiative.
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The entities involved
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Mahanadi
river in Odisha, India
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