Tag: National Chambal Sanctuary

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Sanctuary Wildlife Service Award 2025

Context: BNHS scientist Parveen Shaikh has won the Sanctuary Wildlife Service Award 2025 for her innovative, community-led conservation of the endangered Indian Skimmer in the National Chambal Sanctuary. About Sanctuary Wildlife Service Award 2025: What It Is? The Sanctuary Wildlife Service Award is an annual national honour that recognises exceptional contributions to wildlife conservation in …

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Chambal River

Source:  DTE  Context: Illegal sand mining is rampant in the Chambal River region across states, threatening biodiversity and endangering officials and journalists. It jeopardises the conservation efforts in the National Chambal Sanctuary, home to rare and endangered species like the Gharial and Ganges dolphin. About Chambal River: Origin: Bhadakla Falls near Janapav Hills (843 m …

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