Tribals and greens discuss SGNP zone plan in Thane meet

PROTECTING SGNP | The meeting saw 100 to 150 participants from tribal communities, environmental activists and the general public

- Devashri Bhujbal

Environmental activists, in association with tribal communities, held a public meeting in Jambulpada, Thane, on Sunday evening regarding the draft zonal master plan (ZMP) for development in the Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP).

"The meeting saw 100 to 150 participants from tribal communities, environmental activists and the general public. The objective was awareness and understanding of the draft zonal master plan (ZMP) of ESZ of SGNP. Such meetings will prepare the locals for the public hearing by the civic bodies," said Nishant Bangera, a green activist from Thane.