TNPSC Thervupettagam

Project Nilgiri Tahr

October 17 , 2023 405 days 1232 0
  • Chief Minister has launched Nilgiris Tahr Project to conserve the state animal, on October 12.
  • The implementation cost of the Nilgiris Tahr Project will be Rs 25.14 crore.
  • It will be used during a period of 5 years from 2022 to 2027.
  • The project will follow a multi-pronged strategy, including synchronised surveys to estimate numbers of Nilgiri Tahr individuals through the use of Radio Telemetry, including Radio collaring and others.
  • Nilgiri Tahr is endemic to Western Ghats.
  • Valparai in Anamalai Tiger Reserve serves as a conducive habitat for Nilgiri Tahr.

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