Restoring Rajasthan’s Grasslands: A Lifeline for the Great Indian Bustard and Biodiversity
Restoring Rajasthan’s Grasslands: A Lifeline for the Great Indian Bustard and Biodiversity
The ERDS Foundation is restoring degraded arid grasslands in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, to protect endangered species like the Great Indian Bustard and enhance biodiversity. Through habitat restoration, community engagement, and sustainable land management, the project also supports carbon sequestration, offering a win-win for conservation and climate action.
- (i) Environmental Sustainability
- (ii) Ecological Balance
- (iii) Livelihood Enhancement
- (iv) Rural Community Projects
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Executive Summary
The ERDS Foundation is committed to the ecological restoration of degraded arid grasslands in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. This initiative addresses the alarming habitat loss faced by species such as the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard (GIB), along with other keystone species like the Desert Fox, Asiatic Wildcat, Indian Gazelle, and Spiny-Tailed Lizard. Habitat degradation, primarily due to unregulated grazing and human encroachment, has significantly contributed to the decline of these species. With only an estimated 150 GIBs remaining globally, half of which reside in the Jaisalmer region, immediate conservation actions are crucial.
About the NGO
ERDS Foundation has been actively working since 2013 to conserve biodiversity in Western Rajasthan. Their focus areas include habitat restoration, species conservation, community engagement, capacity building, and promoting sustainable land management practices. The foundation collaborates with local communities, government agencies, and funding partners to implement long-term conservation solutions.
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