Doyang Wildlife Division reiterates the ban on hunting and trading wild animals and birds, warning of legal action against violators in Nagaland.
DIMAPUR — The Office of the Wildlife Warden, Doyang Wildlife Division, Wokha, under the Department of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, has reiterated the ban on hunting and trading of wild animals and birds under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
In an order dated October 13, the Wildlife Warden stated that hunting of wild animals and birds within Nagaland is strictly prohibited, except in cases permitted under the provisions of the Act.
The order specifically highlighted the protection of Amur falcons, warning that hunting, trapping, killing or selling the migratory birds for food, possession or any other purpose constitutes a criminal offence.
Violators may face imprisonment of up to seven years, a fine of INR 25,000, or both, under Sections 9 and 51 of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.
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The directive, issued in compliance with government instructions and in the interest of wildlife conservation, calls on all concerned to strictly adhere to the ban on hunting and trading wild animals and birds.
It applies to areas under the jurisdiction of the Doyang Wildlife Division, covering Wokha, Mokokchung and Zunheboto districts. The order cautioned that anyone found violating the directives would face prosecution under the relevant provisions of the Act.
Wildlife Warden of Doyang Wildlife Division, Jongponglemba, stated that appropriate legal action would be initiated against individuals or groups found violating the provisions of the Act.
The directive emphasises the need to protect wildlife, particularly migratory species such as the Amur falcon, and calls for public cooperation in conserving Nagaland’s biodiversity.