Maharashtra clears mine project, says not in tiger area; maps show otherwise
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Species, protected areas & wetlands· Prelims + Mains·
Why in news
The Maharashtra government faced scrutiny for exempting an iron ore mining project in Gadchiroli from wildlife clearance despite the site being located within the Tadoba-Indravati tiger corridor.
Background
The project is located in Gadchiroli, Maharashtra. The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) mandates that corridors identified in approved Tiger Conservation Plans (TCPs) must be scrutinized under the Wildlife Act. The Chief Wildlife Warden initially exempted the project before withdrawing the letter following a review.
Facts for Prelims
- PlaceGadchiroli: District in Maharashtra where the iron ore mining project is located
- BodyNational Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA): Body responsible for tiger conservation and corridor identification
- EnvironmentTadoba-Indravati: Tiger corridor identified in official records for wildlife protection
- FactWildlife Act: The primary legislation governing wildlife clearance and project scrutiny
For Mains
Q. Discuss the conflict between industrial development and wildlife conservation in tiger corridors. How can India balance mineral extraction with the protection of endangered species?
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Regulatory oversight: Discrepancy between state-level wildlife clearances and NTCA-identified tiger corridors
- Ecological fragmentation: Impact of mining activities on migratory pathways and genetic diversity of tigers
- Institutional accountability: Need for standardized verification of forest compartment data before granting mining exemptions
Keywords: Biodiversity conservation · Tiger corridors · Regulatory oversight · Sustainable development · Wildlife Act
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