About People's Biodiversity Register
There is a provision for documentation of PBR through Biodiversity Management Committee at local self government level under Section 41 of Biological Diversity Act, 2002. As per NGT's orders in court case number 347/2016 on dated 14/9/2019, local self-government agencies should complete documentation of PBR through BMC in their jurisdiction by the end of 31/1/2020. A fine of Rs.10 Lakhs per month will be imposed and deposited to the central pollution control board until 100% BMC & 100% documentation of PBR is completed.
PBR Documentation Status
Comprehensive overview of People's Biodiversity Register documentation progress across all local self-government agencies in Maharashtra.
This comprehensive report details the status of PBR documentation across all local self-government agencies in Maharashtra as of March 2020. For the most current information or assistance with PBR documentation, please contact the Maharashtra State Biodiversity Board.
PBR Documentation Requirements
Comprehensive Documentation
Record all biological resources, their uses, and traditional knowledge
Community Participation
Involve local communities in the documentation process
Regular Updates
Maintain and update PBR records periodically
PBR Implementation Process
BMC Formation
Establish Biodiversity Management Committees at local level
Resource Survey
Conduct comprehensive survey of biological resources
Knowledge Collection
Document traditional knowledge from local communities
Register Preparation
Compile information into People's Biodiversity Register
Board Submission
Submit completed PBR to State Biodiversity Board
Periodic Review
Regular monitoring and updating of PBR records