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Striped Tiger Butterfly declared ‘State Butterfly’ of Chandigarh
The Administrator also instructed the Department of Forest and Wildlife to take proactive steps to improve wildlife habitats across the Union Territory.
The decision was taken as part of the Board’s efforts to promote biodiversity conservation and public awareness about wildlife in the Union Territory. (Photo/AI-generated)
The State Board of Wildlife (SBWL) on Monday declared the Striped Tiger Butterfly as the State Butterfly of Chandigarh during a meeting chaired by UT Administrator Gulab Chand Kataria.
The decision was taken as part of the Board’s efforts to promote biodiversity conservation and public awareness about wildlife in the Union Territory.
Presiding over the meeting, Kataria reviewed six key agenda items and guided discussions on wildlife conservation priorities. He also assessed the status of decisions taken in previous meetings and the progress of work related to the Eco-Sensitive Zone around the Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary.
Emphasising the need for regular monitoring, the Administrator advised that meetings of the SBWL should be held every six months.
Following the declaration of the Striped Tiger Butterfly as the ‘State Butterfly’, the Board directed the Department of Forest and Wildlife to launch extensive public awareness campaigns. These will be conducted at prominent locations such as railway stations, tourist spots and other public places to educate people about the newly designated State symbol and its ecological significance.
Dr SS Grewal, a member of the Board, appreciated the Sukhomajri Project and highlighted the crucial role of the Sukhna Lake watershed. He underlined the Forest Department’s efforts in soil and moisture conservation, silt retention and maintaining regular water inflow into the lake, which are vital for the lake’s long-term sustainability.
The Administrator also instructed the Department of Forest and Wildlife to take proactive steps to improve wildlife habitats across the Union Territory.
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He further directed the department to explore the possibility of establishing a wildlife learning centre for the public and students, such as a Biological Park or enclosure, in accordance with prescribed rules and statutory provisions.
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