Karnataka Government Rejects Kasturirangan Committee Report
The Karnataka government has rejected the Kasturirangan Committee report, which aimed to protect ecologically sensitive areas (ESAs) in the Western Ghats. The report, created in 2012, proposed balancing environmental conservation with local community involvement. However, political opposition, particularly from districts like Shivamogga and Udupi, led the government to reject the report due to concerns about its impact on livelihoods, such as farming and construction. This decision raises questions about how Karnataka will protect the Western Ghats while addressing local development needs and political pressures.
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