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Similipal Tiger Reserve
Context
A recent move by the Odisha government to allot 100 acres of land for a private hotel project near the Similipal Tiger Reserve has triggered strong opposition from local citizen groups and tribal communities. The land, located just 700 metres from the reserve’s boundary in Laxmiposi village (Mayurbhanj district), lies within the Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) of Similipal.
Concerns
- Ecological Sensitivity: The proposed land lies within the Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) of Similipal Tiger Reserve. The area is a wildlife corridor, frequently visited by wild animals from the reserve.
- Tribal livelihood: Similipal’s indigenous tribes — such as the Ho, Santhal, and Munda — rely on the forest for food, firewood, and medicinal plants. The area includes sacred groves, which are worshipped by the tribal communities and considered part of their customary religious practices.
- Environmental Impact: Clearing this land for tourism infrastructure may lead to deforestation, soil erosion, groundwater depletion, and fragmentation of wildlife habitats.
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