Northeast India's Struggle to Provide Shelter for Seized Animals: Need for Sanctuary
States in India face challenges in housing and caring for seized animals due to limited space and resources in existing zoos.
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New rescue centers are being built and upgraded in Northeast India to address the issue of accommodating seized animals.
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Financial assistance from the Central Zoo Authority (CZA) will be provided for veterinary care and recurring costs of feeding the wildlife.
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Mizoram has become a hotspot for wildlife smuggling, overwhelming existing facilities and necessitating the construction of a rescue center.
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The aim of the new rescue centers is to provide proper housing and enclosures for seized animals, including separate areas for exotic species.
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Law enforcement agencies have increased efforts to combat wildlife smuggling due to the threats posed to local ecology and humans.
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Seized animals are transported under inhumane conditions, highlighting the need for close monitoring and timely care by zookeepers and veterinarians.
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Recent amendments to the Wildlife Protection Act provide protection to exotic species, although they are still outside the scope of CITES.
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