In a strong demonstration of its commitment to fair and equitable sharing of benefits and conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity, the National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) has released Rs 1.36 crore, channelling the benefits of commercial use to local communities in Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, said the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change release.

This significant financial injection will be delivered through State Biodiversity Boards of Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh to three Biodiversity Management Committees, viz., Sakharwadi village, Phaltan Taluk, Satara District, Maharashtra; Kunjirwadi village, Haveli Taluk, Pune; and Kasganj area, Etah District, Uttar Pradesh.

According to the Ministry, each BMC in those areas will receive Rs 45.50 lakhs. This action und

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