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Sindh Wildlife Department

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Sindh Wildlife Department
Agency overview
JurisdictionSindh, Pakistan
Agency executive
  • Javed Ahmed Mahar (Since 2018), Conservator Wildlife
Websitehttp://sindhwildlife.gos.pk

The Sindh Wildlife Department is a government agency in Sindh, Pakistan that focuses on promoting and raising awareness about wildlife and biodiversity in the region.[1]

Background

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The department operates under the Sindh Wildlife Protection, Preservation, Conservation and Management Act of 2020.[2] This act was created to provide for the protection, conservation, preservation and sustainable use of wildlife and to establish, manage and maintain protected areas in the Province of Sindh.[3]

Council for Conservation of Wildlife

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The Sindh Council for Conservation of Wildlife has been established by the government. The council’s responsibilities include providing vision and guidance for the sustainability of wildlife; promoting cooperation, coordination and collaboration among wildlife stakeholders; organizing awareness campaigns and seminars; and raising funds for wildlife improvement.[3]

References

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  1. ^ "Home - Sindh Wildlife Department".
  2. ^ https://wildlife.sindh.gov.pk/notifications/1278
  3. ^ a b "Sindh Wildlife Protection, Preservation, Conservation and Management Act, 2020. | UNEP Law and Environment Assistance Platform".