Karnataka wildlife board decides not to alter Bannerghatta National Park's ESZ boundary

A standing committee of the state wildlife board decided on Monday not to alter the eco-sensitive zone (ESZ) boundary of Bannerghatta National Park (BNP). The committee decided instead to strengthen the existing boundary and ensure minimal man-animal conflict. The meeting, chaired by Forest, Environment and Ecology minister Ramalinga Reddy, also decided on the rationalisation of Shettihalli Wildlife Sanctuary in Shivamogga. The proposal of the Indian Institute of Management-Bengaluru to expand its existing campus will be pending before the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) for clearance.