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INTACH roots for protection of forest and wildlife
The Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) is expanding its activities to forest and wildlife protection in Telangana. INTACH has its chapters in all major cities in the country with focus on protecting monuments. The Hyderabad chapter, probably for the first time, is expanding its focus.
Hyderabad: The Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) is expanding its activities to forest and wildlife protection in Telangana. INTACH has its chapters in all major cities in the country with focus on protecting monuments. The Hyderabad chapter, probably for the first time, is expanding its focus.
Speaking to The Hans India, INTACH Telangana convenor, P Anuradha Reddy on Monday, said, “The trust feels it should look beyond monuments as there is no enough representation in the State as far as wildlife and environment protection is concerned.”
INTACH plans to work closely with NGOs who work for the cause of wildlife and environment protection. What prompted the decision was the failure on part of activists to stop trees being cut for roads. A member said, “There was no proper representation in the case of KBR Park issue. It is a major cause for worry.”
After bifurcation of the State, there is hardly any forest land in Telangana. There are only a few sanctuaries. Though the State government had come up with schemes such as Haritha Haram, INTACH members say that the implementation of the programme is far from satisfaction.
Anuradha Reddy says, “Telangana has a rocky terrain and unless the forest cover increases, there would be no future. There are a lot of issues that no one is talking about. The sowing of seeds to grow grass for sheep is a welcome step.
INTACH is in talks with two NGOs in the State who work in the sphere of wildlife and forests. Meena Iyer, a wildlife enthusiast, says, “This augurs well for the State as there is need for strong voices. INTACH is well known and can act as a major force.”
