Panchkula, June 25 -- The Haryana forest and wildlife department has initiated the preparation of a zonal master plan (ZMP) for the eco-sensitive zones (ESZ) around three major wildlife sanctuaries in Panchkula district: Khol Hai Raitan, Bir Shikargah, and the Haryana side of Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary. To facilitate this comprehensive plan, a tender has been issued, aiming to integrate ecological, environmental, socio-economic, and regulatory factors.

According to an official, a three-month deadline has been fixed for the completion of the plan with an estimated cost of Rs.40 lakh. The official said that the state government is mandated to prepare the ZMP for ESZs in close consultation with various departments and local stakeholders.

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