EcologicalImpact Archives - Universal Group Of Institutions

18Feb 2025

Aravali Safari Park: Conservation Concerns Over Mega Project

Why in the news? The Haryana government’s proposed 3,858-hectare Aravali Safari Park faces opposition from retired forest officers, citing ecological threats. They argue that the project prioritizes tourism over conservation, risking groundwater depletion, biodiversity loss, and legal violations in the Aravali hills. About the Project: The Haryana government has proposed a 3,858-hectare Aravali Safari Park …

Ken-Betwa River Linking Project: Controversies and Impact

Why in the news? The Ken-Betwa River Linking Project was inaugurated to address water scarcity and boost irrigation, but it faces criticism over deforestation, displacement, and ecological damage in the Panna Tiger Reserve. Controversies and Environmental Concerns KBLP has faced criticism due to its environmental impact, including large-scale deforestation of about 98 sq. km in …

Darwin’s Finches Reveal Ecology’s Role in Speciation

Why in the news? Recent research highlights the connection between environmental change and the evolution of new species among Darwin’s finches, emphasising their role as key examples of adaptive radiation in evolutionary biology. About Darwin’s Finches: Darwin’s finches are small land birds named after Charles Darwin. They include 15 species: 14 found in the Galápagos …

Tag

Aravali Safari Park: Conservation Concerns Over Mega Project

Ken-Betwa River Linking Project: Controversies and Impact

Darwin’s Finches Reveal Ecology’s Role in Speciation