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   KAILALI, Sept 21 (PR) - The number of do 22-Sep-02 kunjan


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kunjan Posted on 22-Sep-02 08:40 AM

KAILALI, Sept 21 (PR) - The number of dolphin in Karnali river in the far western Nepal is on the decline due to increasing pollution and unfavourable condition in the river. Around 100 dolphins in Karnali and its tributaries like Mohana, Pathriya, Kusumghat and Kanda are now struggling for life, experts said.

To protect the dolphins, locals have formed Dolphin Conservation Centre (DCC) last year. DCC has been conducting various programmes aimed to conserve of Dolphins. DCC has banned fishing and has discouraged any activities that disturbs the peace of the animals. It has also formed Eco-clubs in the schools and is working in creating public awareness on the protection of dolphins, it is learnt.

(NEWS:KTM POST)