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JAMUGURIHAT: Pakke Tiger Reserve organized a multifaceted programme at West Bank, Seijosa on Sunday which was attended by senior forest officials, local stakeholders, and government representatives, stated a press release. Biyuram Wahge, Minister of Health & Family Welfare and Water Resources department, Arunachal Pradesh, inaugurated the PTR Veer Vanrakshak Smriti Workers’ Club as a chief guest. The facility was dedicated to the frontline forest staff and their families, providing a space for recreation, welfare, and community engagement.
A handloom training initiative was launched under the SAMARTH Scheme of the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India. This programme aimed to empower local women and youth by reviving traditional weaving skills, promoting self-employment, cultural preservation, and economic self-reliance. A preview of the Nyime Aid App, currently under development, was presented. This mobile application has been designed to enable fast and transparent disbursal of ex-gratia relief to victims of human-wildlife conflict.
Full-body protectors, uniforms, liveries, and field gear were distributed to frontline staff, enhancing their safety and operational preparedness. Ex-gratia cheques were also handed over to victims of human-wildlife conflict. The programme highlighted the importance of community-based conservation and participatory development in preserving biodiversity and promoting sustainable local livelihoods.
By supporting frontline staff and local communities, Pakke Tiger Reserve is working towards a conservation model that is both people-centric and future-ready.
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