To safeguard the globally significant congregation of Amur Falcons, the Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Wokha district of Nagaland, on Tuesday declared the region a temporary ‘Silence Zone’, reiterating the state’s status as the Falcon Capital of the World.

This recognition stems from the largest annual gathering of Amur Falcons at Pangti village, Wokha district, during October and November.

In a press statement, the DIPR, Nagaland, stated that the order emphasises the importance of maintaining a safe passage for migratory birds, which are protected under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, and the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS), to which India is a signatory.

“To minimise disturbances, the roosting site at Pangti has been officially declared a temporary ‘Silence Zone’ within

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