PM Narendra Modi releases book titled The Birds of Banni Grassland

Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a book titled “The Birds of Banni Grassland” in New Delhi.
The book was presented to the Prime Minister by the scientists of Gujarat Institute of Desert Ecology (GUIDE).
The Birds of Banni Grassland is book based on environment and consists of a compilation of the research work, relating to more than 250 species of birds found in the Banni area of Kutch, Gujarat.

About Gujarat Institute of Desert Ecology (GUIDE)

• The GUIDE is located at Bhuj. For over 15 years it has been studying the plant, bird and marine life in the Rann of Kutch.
• GUIDE’s research activities are linked in the study of understanding and addressing environmental, ecological and social problems.
• It also seeks promoting sustainable development in arid and semi-arid regions of the state.

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2016