Shakti Organisation, Rayagada organised Panchayat-Level Biodiversity Festivals to raise awareness among youth, women, and local leaders on biodiversity conservation and sustainable forest use. The programme witnessed active participation from over 800 community members, including elders who shared traditional ecological knowledge and Panchayat representatives who reinforced local forest governance efforts.
Through demonstrations of minor forest produce, cultural activities, and interactive discussions, participants gained a clearer understanding of the link between biodiversity, livelihoods, food security, and climate resilience.
With support from the Foundation for Ecological Security (FES), the initiative strengthened community ownership and collective responsibility toward long-term forest conservation across Ramanaguda, Gunupur, and Padampur blocks of Rayagada district.
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