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                   Ecology & Biodiversity Conservation Division

Project Title:  Assessment of Conservation Status of Hill Bamboos (Nirgals), Collection of Germplasm from Various Eco-Climatic Zones in Sutlej Catchment Area Establishment of Germplasm Bank.

Principle Investigator: Dr. K.S. Kapoor

Period: 2000-2005

Objectives:

    • To evaluate and analyze the species and habitat diversity of Hill Bamboos and their distribution in Sutlej catchment of Himachal Pradesh.                               
    • To propose conservation strategies for these Bamboos in Himachal Pradesh for striking a balance between ecological security, sustainable food security and livelihood security.
    • To study the germination behaviour and related growth details after large-scale drying/ mortality of Hill Bamboos.
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