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Time of India
24-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Tripura jumbo corridor to be ready by winter: Minister
Agartala: The state govt has announced plans to complete a dedicated elephant corridor along NH-8 at Teliamura in Khowai district by the upcoming winter season. Forest minister Animesh Debbarma said the safe passage for elephants is under construction in the Atharamura hill range extending to Baramura. Communities near Atharamura foothills have experienced difficulties with wild elephants over several years, with herds damaging crops, homes and local infrastructure while searching for sustenance. "The forest department always tries to look at the incidents in sympathetic consideration for both villagers and the elephants as well. Because of food shortage inside the forest, elephants ravage human habitations. Villagers grow crops for their livelihood, but elephants destroy them," said the minister, referencing incidents in Kalyanpur, Krishnapur and Mungiakami areas. The administration's decision to establish a corridor to the buffer zone stems from the understanding that well-fed elephants within forests are less likely to venture into villages, said Debbarma. The passage, situated on the Assam-Agartala national highway, intends to reduce conflicts between humans and elephants. The region hosts around 40 elephants, predominantly in Khowai, Dhalai and Gomati districts. The forest department implements traditional techniques, modern monitoring systems and community engagement to minimise human-wildlife encounters. "The safe corridor along NH-8 is currently under development. We have informed the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited about our plan for the elephants, and they have agreed to collaborate. The project is likely to be completed by the end of the year," said Debbarma. He also revealed plans for upgrading Sepahijala Zoo to international standards, highlighting recent achievements including the birth of three tiger cubs as evidence of improved facilities. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Brother's Day wishes , messages and quotes !
The Star
16-05-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Athletics-Clayton twins shine in Diamond League 100m, Tebogo wins 200m by a whisker
Dhalai (Tripura) [India], May 16 (ANI): The Tripura Forest Department on Friday organised a special event under the IGDC Project at Ambassa Town Hall, aiming to support and empower various beneficiaries with tools and equipment necessary for self-reliance. The event was inaugurated by the Minister for Forest, Animesh Debbarma, who lit the ceremonial lamp to mark the beginning of the program. Also Read | Ladki Bahin Yojana May 2025 Instalment Date: When Will Maharashtra Women Beneficiaries Receive 11th Kist of INR 1,500 Under Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Scheme?. Distinguished guests present on the occasion included Sushmita Das, Chairperson of Dhalai Zilla Parishad; Parimal Debbarma, BDO Chairman; S. Prabhu, senior Forest Department official, and Amit Debbarma, DFO of Dhalai district, among others. This marks the first time such an initiative has been conducted in the Dhalai district, drawing an enthusiastic response from the local community. Also Read | Pakistan, India Should Sit Down at the Table Like Peaceful Neighbours and Settle Their Outstanding Issues: PM Shehbaz Sharif. In a separate but related event on the same day, Forest Minister Animesh Debbarma inaugurated a newly constructed Multi-Utility Building at Raipasha, Ambassa. Built at a cost of approximately Rs. 4.5 lakhs, the building has been developed by the Forest Department to serve as a hub for environmental protection initiatives. The facility will provide a dedicated space for various committees working under the department on conservation-related activities. It is intended to facilitate regular meetings, discussions, and planning sessions focusing on strategies for preserving the environment. The Minister officially opened the building by cutting the ribbon and unveiling the plaque. Also present at the ceremony were Dhalai Zonal Chairman Premlal Malsom, DFO Amit Debbarma, and other dignitaries. Both events highlighted the Forest Department's continued efforts toward community empowerment and sustainable environmental governance in the region. (ANI) (This is an unedited and auto-generated story from Syndicated News feed, LatestLY Staff may not have modified or edited the content body)
Indian Express
08-05-2025
- Climate
- Indian Express
Tripura cancels summer vacation in state-run colleges
The Tripura Higher Education department Thursday cancelled the summer vacation scheduled to begin from Friday in all state-run general degree colleges, professional colleges, and technical institutes. 'In the interest of the students, Summer Vacation for the General Degree Colleges/ Professional Colleges /Technical Institutes under the control of the Higher Education Department, Tripura scheduled from 9th May, 2025 to 3rd June, 2025 for 26 (twenty six) days is hereby withdrawn,' reads a notice issued by Animesh Debbarma, Director, Higher Education department. The notification stated that the colleges would remain open during this period to conduct semester examinations, the admission process, and regular classes. The faculty members will be given 26 days of earned leave in lieu of the cancellation of the summer vacation. The sudden cancellation of the summer vacation despite the prevailing high temperatures in the state took many by surprise. According to a report, Tripura recorded a below-average rainfall of 130.3 mm last month against the normal of 194.8 mm. The highest maximum temperature of 36.6 degree Celsius last month was recorded at the Agartala airport on April 14, and the average mean maximum temperature was 34.5 degree Celsius. The lowest minimum temperature recorded at the same centre last month was 21.3 degree Celsius on April 7, and the average mean minimum temperature was 24.5 degree Celsius.
Time of India
01-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Armed personnel to protect wildlife, forest
Agartala : Tripura govt has embarked on a plan to employ a contingent of dedicated armed forces for the protection of wildlife and forest resources in the state, forest minister Animesh Debbarma said here on Thursday. About 60.02% of Tripura's geographical area has been recorded as forest. According to the forest survey, at least 6,294sqkm out of a total geographical area of 10,486sqkm are still under green cover despite severe onslaught like shifting cultivation, allotment of pattas under Forest Right Act and encroachment. Debbarma said, "The proposal for providing forest guards with automated weapons has already been initiated, and hopefully, the cabinet will clear the nod, and if it is done at least 100 armed task force personnel will be employed to prevent timber smuggling, and illegal sand mining can be prevented substantially." He also proposed the creation of a separate intelligence unit like police along with armed personnel to prevent timber smuggling, destruction of forest, encroachment of forestland, poaching, conduct raids, and actively monitor illegal activities. He said the forest has become vulnerable due to illegal activities, and the situation appears to be challenging for the foresters.
