Itanagar, July 3 -- What began as a humble initiative in the villages of Arunachal Pradesh has now grown into a powerful nationwide conservation movement.
The Airgun Surrender Abhiyan, launched to curb the indiscriminate hunting of wildlife, including birds, using air guns, has achieved a remarkable milestone with over 2,400 air guns voluntarily surrendered by citizens across Arunachal-a symbolic and practical step toward preserving the state's rich biodiversity.
The initiative has earned widespread praise, including special mention by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his popular radio address 'Mann Ki Baat', where he commended the people of Arunachal for their deep commitment to nature. It has also been recognised by UNESCO as India's mo...