Govt declares Siruguppa Taluk protected zone for Great Indian Bustard

Siruguppa taluk sanctuary has been declared as a sanctuary for the endangered bird species. A recent survey found 8 bustard birds in Siruguppa taluk. But Some believe that there is no proper protection for these endangered species in the area.

Bellary:The central government has declared Siruguppa Taluk in the district as a protected zone of the Great Indian Bustard.

Yes, the number of the great Indian Bustard, which joins the line of giant birds, is estimated at about 130 in the entire country. So the government created a habitat and breeding program for 21 endangered birds last year. Under this scheme, the State Forest Department is implementing a great Indian bustard bird conservation project at Siruguppa taluk at a cost of Rs 1.7 crore.

The birds are believed to have migrated elsewhere from Bellary district due to illegal mining a decade ago. These birds have been declared as endangered and the endangered birds are being taken into conservation. A recent survey found 8 bustard birds in Siruguppa taluk. But Some believe that there is no proper protection for these endangered species here.

Siruguppa taluk has been declared as a sanctuary for the endangered bird species. Work on various projects has been temporarily discontinued. "I am newly appointed and I will continue to work in the field," said District Forest Officer, Siddarama Chalakapura.