Does Haryana have law for protecting peacocks in Panipat forests?
RE Asked by Reshma Pillai from India
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Peacocks in Panipat forests are protected under the Haryana Rent Control Act 1973 read with the Wildlife Protection Act which prohibits hunting and trade in peacock parts. The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed Haryana forest departments to prevent peacock poaching in Panipat forests.
Violations of the Haryana Rent Control Act 1973 can lead to imprisonment and fine for hunting or possessing peacock feathers in Panipat. The Punjab and Haryana High Court has emphasized habitat conservation for peacocks in Panipat.
Complaints about peacock poaching can be filed with the Panipat forest range officer. The Haryana Rent Control Act 1973 may provide for community awareness programs in Panipat.
Peacock deaths due to pesticide poisoning in Panipat agricultural areas have drawn Punjab and Haryana High Court scrutiny.
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