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Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary in Assam organized a major awareness drive against plastic pollution. The initiative involved local eco-committees and forest staff collecting waste along a 2.5 km stretch. They aimed to educate tourists and businesses before the peak visitor season. The sanctuary is home to over 107 one-horned rhinos and needs protection from environmental hazards.

Key Points: Pobitora Sanctuary Assam Drives Plastic Pollution Parthenium Awareness

  • Over 200 locals and forest staff collected plastic along 2.5 km road
  • Drive targets tourist season environmental and wildlife safety
  • Focus on reducing single-use plastic near rhino habitat
  • Permanent waste collection units installed by Gaon Panchayat
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Assam: Pobitora Sanctuary holds awareness drive on plastic pollution, parthenium spread

Assam's Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary launches major cleanup drive against plastic pollution and invasive parthenium weed, involving 200+ locals and forest staff.

"The objective is to create awareness among tourists, shopkeepers, and commuters to reduce plastic use - Sanctuary Officials"

Morigaon,, August 31

Two eco-development committees of Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary in Assam's Morigaon district -- Hadukpar and Rajamayong -- along with the sanctuary staff, conducted an awareness drive on Sunday to highlight the hazards of plastic pollution and the spread of parthenium weed in Greater Mayong.

The drive, aimed at ensuring environmental and wildlife safety during the upcoming tourist season, was inaugurated by Pranjal Baruah, Range Officer of Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, in the presence of EDC Presidents Manoj Nath and Dr Utpal Nath. They spoke about the ill effects of Plastic Pollution and Parthenium in the Fringe areas of the Sanctuary.

During the drive, more than 200 individuals from Rajamayong Village and the Forest Department of Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary participated, collecting and disposing of a huge quantity of one-time-use plastic from the picnic spots and roadside of the Pobitora-Kamarpur Road, which spans approximately 2.5 km in length.

The objective of the drive operation is to create awareness among tourists, shopkeepers, tour operators, hotels, resorts and commuters in order to reduce the use of plastic and also to dispose plastic without polluting the environment and also to use available facilities like Permanent Waste Collection Units (Dustbins) which has been constructed by Morigaon Jila Parishad recently under Mayong Gaon Panchayat for the similar cause.

In the holistic approach of waste management, the Gaon Panchayat authority also took part by installing several glow signs, banners and signage to educate the tourists who visit the area to enjoy the pristine habitat and wildlife of the sanctuary, which is famous for the highest density of one-horned rhinos in the world, holding a population of more than 107.

Authority of Resort, namely Mystique Mayong of Rajamayong, also joined hands and participated in this drive by showcasing adherence to the Solid Waste Management and Disposal Rule.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Parthenium is a serious problem across India. It's good to see local communities taking action. Hope other wildlife sanctuaries follow this example.
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Manoj Q
I visited Pobitora last year and was sad to see plastic waste near the sanctuary. Glad authorities are taking steps. We need permanent solutions, not just awareness drives.
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Ananya R
The one-horned rhinos are our pride! 🦏 Every tourist should respect their habitat. Good to see resorts like Mystique Mayong participating. Responsible tourism is the need of the hour.
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David E
As a frequent visitor to Assam, I appreciate these efforts. More dustbins and proper waste management systems will make a huge difference. Keep up the good work!
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Kavya N
Local community participation is key to success. When villagers and authorities work together, real change happens. Hope this becomes a regular activity, not just a one-time drive.

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