Sindh Wildlife Department | |
Jurisdiction: | Sindh, Pakistan |
Head Office: | Molana Din Muhammad Wafai Road Saddar, Karachi, Sindh |
Chief1 Name: | Javed Ahmed Mahar (Since 2018) |
Chief1 Position: | Conservator Wildlife |
Website: | http://sindhwildlife.gos.pk |
The Sindh Wildlife Department is a government agency in Sindh, Pakistan that focuses on promoting and raising awareness about wildlife and biodiversity in the region.[1]
The department operates under the Sindh Wildlife Protection, Preservation, Conservation and Management Act of 2020.[2] This act was created to provide for the protection, conservation, preservation and sustainable use of wildlife and to establish, manage and maintain protected areas in the Province of Sindh.[3]
The Sindh Council for Conservation of Wildlife has been established by the government. The council’s responsibilities include providing vision and guidance for the sustainability of wildlife; promoting cooperation, coordination and collaboration among wildlife stakeholders; organizing awareness campaigns and seminars; and raising funds for wildlife improvement.[3]