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Application of GIS & Remote Sensing in Formulating a Management Plan in Keibul Lamjao National Park, Manipur
Boundary
Though Phumdi area was 26.94, 31.60, 28.47 and 29.04 Sq. Km. in 1991, 93, 95 and 1998 assessment respectively, a close spatial analysis of vegetation cover of the park over a period of time from 1991-98 with the help of vegetation cover maps of 1991, 1993, 1995, 1998 respectively and overlaid map of vegetation cover of 1991 and 1998; clearly points out that Phumdi condition in Northern and Eastern sides is a matter of concern.
To provide greater degree of protection, avoid movement of fragmented Phumdi from the park from Northern side and desist encroachers, it is proposed that a ring bund may be constructed around the park. Wherever, depth is more a well designed bamboo fencing may be erected.
There is no demarcation of block and compartment till date, it is proposed that thirteen blocks may be demarcated as shown in map. This plan is based on existing distribution of Sangai, vegetation cover 1998 and expected improvement with the implementation of the plan.
For demarcation of block the functionality of buffering on the basis of weighted index of availability of Sangai in the ratio of 4:2:1 for male, female and fawn respectively, has been used in GIS platform.
The blocks shall be used for taking management decision, supervision and day to day administration. Due to unique nature of the park and habitat it may not be desirable to demarcate further smaller unit compartments. Internal boundaries may be demarcated in narrow fire line and wooden flag post.
Zonation
- Core Zone - Block No. 2,3,5,6,8 and 9
- Core Extension Zone – Block 4 and 13
- Tourism Zone - Block 1 and7
- Restoration zone – Block 10,11and 12
- Eco-development zone – Peripheral village and area
1.Core Zone
A compact area consisting of blocks nos. 2,3,5,6,8 and 9 shall constitute the core zone of the park.
All interference except the prescribed ones shall be banned. Entries of visitors shall be prohibited in the area. In addition to highest level of protection following activities shall be carried out.
- Controlled burning
- Construction of earthen raised platforms
- Food & shelter plantations
- Providing bridges over water bodies so that animals may use to cross over
- Providing rock salt
2.Core extension Zone
An area consisting of blocks 4 and 13 shall constitute core extension zone. The area shall act as buffer as well as suitable area for faster growth of population of Sangai.
It is evident from the distribution of the population that though this zone is large but hosts less population probably due to more disturbances from human settlement and fragmentation of phumdi.
It is expected that due to aggressive eco-development people who have settled shall leave the area and fencing/ring bunding in north shall stop fragmentation.
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