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Yogi inspects DTR, felicitates women of Tharu community

Lakhimpur Kheri (UP), Apr 26 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday inspected the Dudhwa Tiger Reserve (DTR), toured stalls, interacted with the Tharu community and felicitated women with certificates of appreciation for their outstanding contributions.
Upon his arrival, women from the Tharu community welcomed the CM after which he visited exhibitions showcasing banana-based products supported by National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) and displays set up by women from self-help groups. Impressed by their efforts, he awarded certificates to several women for their exceptional work.
During the inspection, Yogi also reviewed initiatives aimed at minimising human-wildlife conflict. He observed exhibitions by WWF (World Wide Fund for Nature) featuring tranquiliser guns, trail cameras, drones and the Rapid Response Team (RRT) set-up. Besides, he interacted with medical professionals present at the reserve.
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