Tiger conservation and poverty alleviation, Mayurbhanj.

Integrated Rural Development & Conservation Initiative in Similipal

Mayurbhanj Biological Research (MBR) is implementing a comprehensive Rural Bio-Energy and Livelihood Program in the Similipal Biosphere Reserve, the 9th Biosphere Reserve of India. This initiative is led by Samir Kumar Sahu, Founder and Executive Director of MBR.

Under this initiative, MBR promotes clean energy through biogas plants in forest fringe villages such as Chandan Chaturi (Dukura Forest Range). Beneficiaries like Mr. Bijaya Singh and his family are now using eco-friendly biogas systems, reducing dependence on fuel wood from the Similipal Tiger Reserve. 

Key Components of the Program

1. Rural Bio-Energy (Biogas Initiative)

• Reduces fuelwood consumption and deforestation
• Promotes clean and sustainable cooking energy
• Improves health and living standards

2. Go Green Campaign 🌱

• ass plantation drives and environmental awareness
• Promotion of sustainable lifestyles in tribal communities
• Climate action at grassroots level

3. Tiger Conservation Support 🐅

• Reducing human pressure on forest resources
• Supporting conservation efforts in Similipal landscape
• Community participation in wildlife protection

4. Mulberry & Tasar Sericulture Development 🧵   

• Promotion of mulberry cultivation for silk production
• Tasar culture for tribal livelihood enhancement
• Income generation through eco-friendly enterprises
• Skill development and women empowerment

Impact

This integrated approach not only protects the fragile ecosystem of Similipal but also strengthens the socioeconomic condition of local communities. By linking clean energy, conservation, and sustainable livelihoods, MBR is creating a replicable model of community-driven development.

Call for Support

This program is ongoing, and MBR invites individuals, institutions, and partners to join this mission. Support can be extended through funding, technical collaboration, or volunteer engagement.

Together, we can build a greener future while safeguarding biodiversity and empowering communities.

Larger funds will be needed to rehabilitates the forest and the dependent to save our nature for future generation to come.

I hope and wait for a positive responses .
Thanking you.
Samir Kumar Sahu
Executive Director.
MBR India.
Pin-757002.
email: mbrindia@gmail.com