Rajasthan to Consider Land Conversion Near Jawai Leopard Reserve
JAIPUR: The Rajasthan government is considering the option of allowing land conversion within the one-kilometre Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) surrounding the Jawai Bandh leopard conservation area, which is unique in India for its population of cave-dwelling leopards. The Chief Minister’s Office has requested details from the Pali district collector about land ownership within the ESZ. According to a letter obtained by TOI, the request states: “Please provide urgent information on the Jawai National Park, specifically regarding how much land within 300-500 metres and 500 metres to 1 km of Jawai is government/forest land versus private land.” A senior official, speaking on…