Does Odisha have law for protecting peacocks in Bhubaneswar forests?
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Peacocks in Bhubaneswar forests are protected under the Odisha Rent Control Act 1962 read with the Wildlife Protection Act which prohibits hunting and trade in peacock parts. The Orissa High Court has directed Odisha forest departments to prevent peacock poaching in Bhubaneswar forests.
Violations of the Odisha Rent Control Act 1962 can lead to imprisonment and fine for hunting or possessing peacock feathers in Bhubaneswar. The Orissa High Court has emphasized habitat conservation for peacocks in Bhubaneswar.
Complaints about peacock poaching can be filed with the Bhubaneswar forest range officer. The Odisha Rent Control Act 1962 may provide for community awareness programs in Bhubaneswar.
Peacock deaths due to pesticide poisoning in Bhubaneswar agricultural areas have drawn Orissa High Court scrutiny.
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