Heibok Ching to Become Manipur’s Newest Reserve Forest: Protecting Biodiversity and Cultural Heritage
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Heibok Ching to Become Manipur’s Newest Reserve Forest: Protecting Biodiversity and Cultural Heritage

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Introduction Manipur’s Heibok Ching, a beautiful hillock located in Langthabal, is set to receive a new designation that will help preserve its ecological and cultural significance. The recent announcement by the Manipur government to declare Heibok Ching a reserve forest has stirred excitement and renewed attention to conservation in the region. With this new status,…

Villages in Zeilad Wildlife Sanctuary Protest in Tamenglong District: A Deep Dive

Villages in Zeilad Wildlife Sanctuary Protest in Tamenglong District: A Deep Dive

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Summary Villagers from areas affected by the Zeilad Wildlife Sanctuary in Manipur’s Tamenglong district staged a protest rally at Makuai village. They voiced concerns about land ownership and displacement, opposing the lack of government intervention in safeguarding their ancestral lands. The protest highlights growing tensions between conservation efforts and local communities’ rights, underscoring the need…