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MoEFCC-NBA biodiversity governance project: Tamil Nadu and Meghalaya

28 April 20261 min read
ENVIRONMENT & ECOLOGYMoEFCC-NBAbiodiversity governanceproject: Tamil Nadu andMeghalaya28 April 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

The environment ministry and the National Biodiversity Authority started a local-level project in two states to bring biodiversity into village planning.

Key facts

  • Launched by: MoEFCC and NBA, in April 2026.
  • States: Tamil Nadu and Meghalaya.
  • Duration: five years, covering 2025-2030.
  • Funding: USD 4.88 million from GEF and UNDP.

Aims

  • Integrate biodiversity into GPDPs.
  • Strengthen PRIs and BMCs in biodiversity governance.
  • Promote community-led conservation tied to livelihoods through ABS, CSR and green micro-enterprises.

Exam angle

  • Two partner agencies: MoEFCC and NBA.
  • International support: GEF with UNDP.
  • Pilot states: Tamil Nadu and Meghalaya.

Test yourself

1. In which two states was the MoEFCC-NBA grassroots biodiversity project launched?

The project covers Tamil Nadu and Meghalaya.

2. Which agencies provide the USD 4.88 million funding?

GEF and UNDP support the project for 2025-2030.

3. How long is the biodiversity governance project?

It is a five-year project.

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