HC notice to Centre, Rajasthan government over poor conservation of Sariska tigers

Jaipur | Thursday | 14th March, 2019

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Talking to TOI Singh said, “Tiger relocation programme in Panna Tiger Reserve and STR happened on the same date in 2008. JAIPUR: The Rajasthan High Court on Wednesday issued notice to the Centre and state governments over negligence shown by authorities in protecting and conserving the tigers at the Sariska Tiger Reserve (STR).The court has sought a reply within six weeks on a petition by Chandrabhal Singh. The petitioner pleaded to enforce Section 144 of CrPC as required by the forest staff to stop rampant illegal cattle grazing. The article mentioned the fact that the residents of only three of the 29 villages inside the reserve have been relocated. Moreover, prohibition of mining operations, cattle grazing and illegal activities within the STR were requested..