Imphal, April 13 -- Manipur Additional Chief Secretary and Principal Chief Conservation of Forest, Anurag Bajpai, IFS on Sunday, called for the promotion of eco-tourism and conservation of endemic, endangered, and rare orchids of the state.

Anurag Bajpai made the statement during an inspection visit to the management activities in the state Orchidarium at Khonghampat in Imphal West district of Manipur.

During the visit, Anurag examined the orchid species which the center cultivates in earthen pots and within ground plots. He also assessed the interpretation center facilities designed to engage and inform tourists.

Conveying serious concern about the maintenance of orchids, particularly in earthen pots and planted on the ground, Anurag ...