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Jan 25, 2024 · The Central government is spearheading a significant transformation in the realm of wetland tourism with the 'Amrit Dharohar Capacity Building Scheme'. This initiative, launched in June 2023, aims to revolutionize tourism practices at ecologically-sensitive wetlands, particularly Ramsar sites like Odisha's Chilika Lake and Haryana's Sultanpur ...
Feb 1, 2023 · Highlighting the importance of local communities in conserving the wetland ecosystem, Finance Minister also announced the Amrit Dharohar scheme which will promote their unique conservation values.
Jan 21, 2024 · The Central government has embarked on a mission - the Amrit Dharohar initiative - to promote tourism at ecologically-sensitive wetlands better known as Ramsar sites like Odisha’s Chilika lake and Haryana’s Sultanpur bird sanctuary. What are Ramsar Sites?
Feb 1, 2024 · Amrit Dharohar Scheme: Launched during the presentation of the Union Budget 2023-24, the Amrit Dharohar Scheme represents a pivotal step towards promoting optimal utilization of wetlands over the next three years. This initiative aims to enhance biodiversity, carbon stock, eco-tourism opportunities, and local community income generation ...
To combat threats and make better use of wetlands while enhancing their biodiversity, the Government of India has introduced the Amrit Dharohar Scheme. This scheme, announced during the Finance Minister's budget speech, aims to conserve wetlands by promoting their optimal utilization.
Dec 9, 2023 · Aim of Amrit Dharohar Scheme: Under this initiative, the Indian Institute of Tourism & Travel Management (IITTM), will build the capacity of local community members around different Ramsar sites. Significance of Amrit Dharohar Scheme: It will strengthen nature tourism at these sites and provide alternative livelihood to the local community.
Two schemes, the Amrit Dharohar Scheme and the MISHTI Scheme have been announced in the latest 2023 Union Budget. Aspirants can read about these schemes related to wetlands and mangroves in this article.
Jan 22, 2024 · The Indian government has launched the ‘Amrit Dharohar Capacity Building Scheme’ 2023 to convert ecologically fragile wetlands, designated as Ramsar sites, into sustainable tourist attractions. This initiative seeks to create jobs and support local communities’ livelihoods in the process.
Apr 6, 2023 · The features of Amrit Dharohar scheme encompass promoting the unique conservation values of wetlands including their optimal use for enhancing biodiversity, carbon stock, ecotourism opportunities and income generation for local communities.
Jun 7, 2023 · On World Environment Day 2023 (June 05, 2023), Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi launched two schemes named Amrit Dharohar Yojana and MISHTI Yojana (Mangrove Initiative for Shoreline Habitats and Tangible Incomes) under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), to revive wetlands and mangroves across India.
