Neelakurinji blooms and endangered Nilgiri tahr viewable via MUVs for ₹1,250 per person
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Why in news
The Kerala Forest Development Corporation (KFDC) launched a regulated tourism initiative to view Neelakurinji blooms and Nilgiri tahr at Meeshapulimala.
Background
The KFDC, in association with the Wildlife Trust of India (WTI), launched a mobile app to manage bookings for 750 daily visitors. The tour costs ₹1,250 per person and includes viewing the endangered Nilgiri tahr and Neelakurinji blooms.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceMeeshapulimala is a location in Kerala where Neelakurinji blooms and Nilgiri tahr are observed.
- FactThe KFDC allows a daily limit of 750 visitors for the Kurinji season.
- BodyWildlife Trust of India (WTI) is the partner organization for the booking app.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the challenges of balancing eco-tourism with the conservation of endangered species in ecologically sensitive zones like the Western Ghats.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Carrying capacity: Risk of habitat degradation and noise pollution from MUVs affecting Nilgiri tahr behavior
- Regulatory oversight: Need for standardized visitor caps to prevent over-tourism in high-biodiversity hotspots
Keywords: Eco-tourism · Biodiversity conservation · Carrying capacity · Habitat preservation · Sustainable tourism
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