🟢 Sariska Tiger Reserve in Focus: Conservation vs. Mining

Sariska Tiger Reserve, nestled in Rajasthan’s Alwar district, has recently made headlines as the state government considers opening parts of the reserve for mining operations—a move that could significantly impact the habitat.

Key facts to know:

🌳 Location & Ecosystem: Situated in the Aravalli mountain range, Sariska features scrub-thorn forests, dry deciduous vegetation, and grasslands, forming part of the Kathiawar-Gir dry deciduous forests ecoregion.

🐅 Project Tiger Legacy: Sariska was brought under Project Tiger in 1978. It faced a critical phase in the early 2000s when tiger numbers dropped to near zero, prompting the pioneering relocation of tigers from Ranthambore—a milestone in India’s conservation history.

⚠️ Conservation Challenge: The proposal to allow mining in or around the reserve has reignited concerns over balancing ecological preservation with developmental interests.

As India continues to grow, safeguarding our natural heritage—like Sariska’s tigers and their fragile habitat—remains a crucial conversation.

What are your thoughts on sustainable development in protected areas? 💬

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