Expensive fodder, new state laws that strictly regulate trading in camels, and with tourism in the doldrums, the traditional camel herders in Rajasthan face a severe crisis.

Expensive fodder, new state laws that strictly regulate trading in camels, and with tourism in the doldrums, the traditional camel herders in Rajasthan face a severe crisis.

There is rejoicing amongst wildlife enthusiasts in Western Rajasthan as many rare and endangered species of birds have been spotted flying in earlier than usual. However, there is great distress too, as in the space of just 20 days last month, 18 migratory birds were killed when they came into contact with overhead power cables of renewable energy projects in the state

There is rejoicing amongst wildlife enthusiasts in Western Rajasthan as many rare and endangered species of birds have been spotted flying in earlier than usual. However, there is great distress too, as in the space of just 20 days last month, 18 migratory birds were killed when they came into contact with overhead power cables of renewable energy projects in the state

Almost every village and temple in Jaisalmer has an ‘oran’ or a sacred grove believed by many to be the abode of gods. They are also home to many endangered species of trees, birds and other creatures. However, plans are afoot to use the land to set up renewable energy projects, which locals fear might wipe these groves out.

Almost every village and temple in Jaisalmer has an ‘oran’ or a sacred grove believed by many to be the abode of gods. They are also home to many endangered species of trees, birds and other creatures. However, plans are afoot to use the land to set up renewable energy projects, which locals fear might wipe these groves out.