Marghazar Zoo of Islamabad to be Transformed into A Conservation Center
The Climate Change Ministry has taken the decision of transforming the Marghazar zoon of Islamabad into a conservation center.
As per the shared details, a ministry’s spokesperson said that a budget of Rs.1.6 million for the construction of the Margalla Conservation Centre has been approved. All animals that were transferred to multiple sanctuaries will be brought back.
“A rescue center will be built inside the centre,” the spokesperson said, adding that operations at the centre will be in line with the standards currently being pursued at the international level.
The ministry has approached wildlife experts and asked them to offer their suggestions. The details about bringing back animals to the zoo will be discussed in a meeting of the wildlife department today.
In May, the Islamabad High Court had directed to shift 917 animals and birds in the zoo to sanctuaries after reports of lack of facilities and adverse living conditions surfaces.
Many activists rejoiced after the court’s orders. The decision was announced on three combined petitions: relocation of two brown bears, treatment of Kaavan, and stopping the shooting of stray dogs.