NBA Disburses ₹6.2 Crore for Red Sanders Conservation Across Five States

The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) has released ₹6.2 crore as part of the Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) mechanism under the Biological Diversity Act. This funding aids the conservation of the endangered Red Sanders and benefits farmers and forest-dependent communities in five Indian states. The disbursement will support sustainable conservation and utilization of Red Sanders, enhancing both environmental and socio-economic stability in these regions. This recent release brings the total ABS funds for Red Sanders conservation to over ₹101 crore, highlighting India’s commitment to biodiversity and sustainable livelihoods.

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