Imphal, April 26 -- Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla said on Saturday that the Northeast India is home to some of the world's richest biodiversity, and Manipur, in particular, holds immense untapped potential.
This includes the sustainable utilization of forest-based non-timber products, medicinal plants, aromatic herbs, bamboo, wild edible mushrooms, and insect bioresources.
The Governor noted that this vast natural wealth forms the very canvas upon which IBSD paints its innovative vision-unlocking nature's potential in a sustainable and scientifically grounded manner.
The Governor was speaking during the Foundation Day Celebration of BRIC - Institute of Bioresources and Sustainable Development (BRIC-IBSD) at Takyelpat, Imphal. BRIC...