Assam CM defends move to reduce Kaziranga Eco-Sensitive Zone to 1 km from the default 10 km
Retaining a default 10-km Eco-Sensitive Zone around Kaziranga could affect several populated areas, Himanta Biswa Sarma says
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Kaziranga Eco-Sensitive Zone reduction
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Kaziranga eco-sensitive zone to be cut from 10km to 1km as per SC guidelines: Assam CM
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said the Kaziranga ESZ would be reduced from 10km to 1km in line with Supreme Court guidelines.
Assam To Seek Centre Approval To Cut Kaziranga Buffer Zone From 10 To 1 km
He said the state was following the 10-km provision as a default arrangement.
Why is Kaziranga’s Eco-Sensitive Zone in focus? | Explained
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s indication that the width of the buffer zone around the Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve may be fixed at a minimum of 1 km instead of the default 10 km has stoked controversy
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