Survey conducted at Usoipokpi Pat
Source: The Sangai Express
Thoubal, January 21 2023:
A team comprised of Deputy Commissioner Thoubal, SDO Lilong Sub-division and Department of Environment & Climate Change officials carried out a survey at Usoipokpi Pat in Thoubal district on Saturday.
During the survey, the team took out old maps of the area and compared them with the present condition of the lands.
Speaking to media persons, DC Thoubal, Ahanthem Subhash Singh stated that the survey was conducted as a part of the ongoing effort to preserve/protect Usoipokpi Pat.
Sharing that preparation of final reports for the survey will take time, he appealed to the public to support the Government's effort to preserve the wetland for the welfare of the present and future generations.
Lilong Sub-division SDO, Angom Shijalembi Chanu stated that wetlands play a critical role in maintaining many natural cycles and supporting a wide range of biodiversity.
"Wetlands will also play a major role in the Government's initiative to promote tourism in the State", she added.