Revitalising the Nilgiri
Biosphere Reserve
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
NilgiriScapes is an ongoing initiative towards the sustainable development of the Nilgiris, taking knowledge and living experiences into account. This network is led by a group of like-minded individuals belonging to civil society organizations (NGOs), research institutes and universities, in partnership with long-standing residents of the region dedicated to conservation and sustainable development of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. For more details visit the About page.
5670 Sq Kms
Total Area
3700+
Species of
Flora and Fauna
10
2 National Parks, 4 Tiger Reserves, 4 Wildlife Sanctuaries and multiple Reserved Forests
25
Indigenous People and Local Communities with unique languages and small populations
Key Features of the Nilgiris Biosphere Reserve
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First declared Biosphere Reserve under UNESCO’s Man and Biosphere Reserve Programme in 1986
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