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Dampa-Thorangtlang Landscape (Mizoram)

The landscape in Mizoram spans across the Lunglei and Mamit districts including the Dampa Tiger Reserve and Thorangtlang Wildlife Sanctuary. It covers 145 670 ha. and falls within the intersection of the eastern Himalayan and Indo-Burma Biodiversity hotspot regions.
The project aligns with State policies and priorities, particularly the ‘New Economic Development Policy’ as shown in table below.
Summary of landscape in Mizoram
S.No. Particulars Details
1 Landscape Dampa-Thorangtlang Landscape
2 Protected Areas / Biosphere reserves within landscapes Dampa Tiger Reserve and Thorangtlang Wildlife Sanctuary
3 Global environmental values • Significant biodiversity of global importance
• Potential to develop into a larger landscape if connectivity and corridors are ensured
4 Socioeconomic Information
4.1 Districts included in the landscape Lunglei and Mamit
4.2 Number of villages in the target landscape 36
4.3 Population in the target landscape 44 274
4.4 Key ethnic groups Mizo, Hmar, Paihte, Pawi/lai, Mara and other tribes such as Bru and Chakma
4.5 Dominant agricultural produce Rice, maize, ginger, mustard and potatoes
4.6 Livelihoods Agriculture is the mainstay of the people, and the economy is agrarian. Rice, maize, ginger, mustard and potatoes are the chief crops. Jhum or shifting cultivation continues to be practiced in the landscape as well.
Project alignment with Mizoram State policy and priorities
S.No. State Policy and PriorityProject alignment
1 Socio-Economic Development Policy Green-Ag project’s objective is in line with the Socio-Economic Development Policy (SEDP) that identifies protection and conservation of land and judicious use of resources as a key strategy. The policy lays emphasis on making Mizoram a carbon neutral state through conservation of forests, wildlife etc.; and prioritising soil erosion prevention; water conservation; and reduction in air and water pollution. The policy also mentions promotion of forest- and agro-based industries, fisheries and ecotourism. SEDP highlights the need for introducing a ‘convergence principle’ to ensure that government departments consult and coordinate among themselves to achieve their development objectives.