Kappatagudda: Centre issues draft note for identifying eco-sensitive zone

The Centre has issued a draft notification to identify the eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) around Kappatagudda Wildlife Sanctuary.

Area: The proposed ESZ covers an area of 322.695 square kilometers, of which 23.804 square kilometers is forest area and the remaining 298.890 square kilometers is non-forest area.

Approval: The proposal has received in-principle approval from a Cabinet sub-committee chaired by Environment Minister Eshwar Khandre.

Other Areas: In addition to Kappatagudda, the draft notification also includes Bukkapatna, Kammasandra, Nagarahole, Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuary, and Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary as potential ESZs.

Purpose: The ESZ designation aims to protect the ecological balance and biodiversity of these areas by regulating activities that may cause harm to the environment. Public Consultation: The draft notification is open for public comments and suggestions before it is finalized.

Restricted to any in ESZ

•Existing and new commercial mining, quarrying, stone crushing units are completely banned.
•Restrictions on establishment of polluting industries
•No new thermal power
•Prohibition on use or production or processing of any hazardous substance
•Discharge of untreated effluents is prohibited
•A new solid waste disposal unit and biomedical waste incineration unit are not allowed
•Prohibition on setting up of existing and new brick kiln units
Wood mills prohibited

•Large scale cattle and poultry farms are not allowed
•Wood based industries cannot be started
•Hotels and resorts cannot be opened within one km radius of the eco-sensitive area

About Kappatagudda Wildlife Sanctuary Kappatagudda Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in the Gadag district of Karnataka, India. 
 Area: The sanctuary spans 244.15 square kilometers (24,415.73 hectares).

Location: It is spread across the three taluks of Mundargi, Gadak, and Shirahatti in Gadag district. Biodiversity: The sanctuary is known for its rich biodiversity, including a variety of flora and fauna.

It encompasses riverine areas, dry deciduous forests, scrublands, and grasslands. 

 Flora and Fauna: The sanctuary is home to several endangered species and medicinal plants.

Conservation Efforts: The sanctuary was officially notified as a wildlife sanctuary under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972, in 2019.


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