NATURAL HERITAGE - GHNP-2

This National Park is in the western part of the Himalayan Mountains in the northern Indian state of Himachal Pradesh is characterized by high alpine peaks, alpine meadows and riverine forests. The 90,540 ha property includes the upper mountain glacial and snow meltwater sources of several rivers, and the catchments of water supplies that are vital to millions of down stream users. The GHNPCA protects the monsoon-affected forests and alpine meadows of the Himalayan front ranges. GHNP was awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2014, in recognition of its outstanding significance for biodiversity conservation. The park protects over 1,000 plant species, including many medicinal herbs, 31 mammal species and 209 bird species, as well as amphibians, reptiles and insects.The Camp:The camp will focus on the volunteers to understand the social and cultural aspects of the community they work. The volunteers will be given experience through interactions, workshops exchange of ideas, need analysis with the support of team leader, planning and be a part of completing the scheduled work with the group of volunteers for the benefit of the community and alearning experience for the volunteers.The camp will consist of community service, Learning, Culture and evaluation.Activities:1. Interactions with ASI and Local communities to address and understand their need and social challenges2. Creating awareness to Community, College Students and School children on Natural Heritage Conservation3. Involving in community, GHNP officials and College Students on Tree Plantation4. Teaching children on Natural Heritage5. Implementation of SDGs activities at Schools and Community6. Involving in mural painting on Natural Heritage conservation at a Public place7. Involving in clean-up drive along with community8. Intercultural activities