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Vishwamitri River project; Centre permits relocation of crocodiles and turtles

February 14, 2025
Vishwamitri River project; Centre permits relocation of crocodiles and turtles

Vadodara: The Vadodara Municipal Corporation (VMC) is set to launch a major project to widen and deepen the Vishwamitri River, a crucial step in mitigating future flood risks. The project will encompass a 25-kilometer stretch of the riverbed, increasing its depth to 10 feet. A key aspect of this initiative involves the relocation of aquatic wildlife, including crocodiles and turtles protected under Schedule 1 of wildlife laws. The relocation effort has received the green light from the cent...Read More