Source: HT
Context: The Union Cabinet has approved the Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats scheme for the 15th Finance Commission cycle.
- The scheme supports key initiatives like Project Tiger, Project Elephant, and Development of Wildlife Habitat.
- The initiative focuses on boosting technological interventions, including the use of AI, camera traps, and conservation genetics for wildlife monitoring.
- Additionally, it supports projects like Project Dolphin and Project Lion, leveraging advanced tools for species conservation.
- The scheme benefits 55 tiger reserves, 33 elephant reserves, and 718 protected areas, contributing to both wildlife conservation and climate resilience.
