Amrit Dharohar Scheme

Recently, Ministry of Tourism started training in Bhitarkanika National Park, Odisha under Amrit Dharohar Capacity Building Scheme.

Goal – To promote unique conservation values of Ramsar Sites’.

Ramsar Convention of 1971, an intergovernmental treaty for conservation and wise use of wetlands, was ratified by India in 1982.

Purpose – To maintain healthy Ramsar Sites which

Provide water and food security and buffer the landscape from floods, droughts, and extreme events.
Generate local employment and support livelihoods
Provide habitats for species Maintain and enhance carbon sinks
Conserve and celebrate rich cultural heritage
Timeline – From June 5, 2023 till June 5, 2026.

June 5 is celebrated as World Environment Day.

Implementation – In convergence with Central Government, State Wetland Authorities, institutions and individuals.

Amrit Dharohar Capacity Building Scheme

Aim – To enhance livelihood opportunities for local communities.
Implemented by - IITTM, an autonomous body under Ministry of Tourism, in collaboration with MoEFCC.
Training programmes – Alternative Livelihood program (ALP) and Paryatan Navik Certificate (PNC).

Implementation – In 1st phase, 5 Ramsar sites were identified.

- Sultanpur National Park - Haryana
- Sirpur wetland – Madhya Pradesh
- Yashwant Sagar – Madhya Pradesh
- Bhitarkanika National Park – Odisha
- Chilika Lake – Odisha

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