Does Maharashtra have law for protecting peacocks in Solapur forests?

Peacocks in Solapur forests are protected under the Maharashtra Rent Control Act 1999 read with the Wildlife Protection Act which prohibits hunting and trade in peacock parts. The Bombay High Court has directed Maharashtra forest departments to prevent peacock poaching in Solapur forests.

Violations of the Maharashtra Rent Control Act 1999 can lead to imprisonment and fine for hunting or possessing peacock feathers in Solapur. The Bombay High Court has emphasized habitat conservation for peacocks in Solapur.

Complaints about peacock poaching can be filed with the Solapur forest range officer. The Maharashtra Rent Control Act 1999 may provide for community awareness programs in Solapur.

Peacock deaths due to pesticide poisoning in Solapur agricultural areas have drawn Bombay High Court scrutiny.