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Meguiki River declared protected zone

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A joint preservation declaration program was held on June 5, 2025, at Meguiki River main bridge, led by EAC Tening, Ihoilung Chuilo. Organized by Tening Village Youth Organization and Nsong Youth Organization, the initiative aimed to protect fish habitats from overexploitation, according to a DIPR report.
Announcing a one-kilometer preservation area, EAC Chuilo praised the youth organizations for their commitment to safeguarding aquatic life. He urged both Nsong and Tening village youth organizations to strictly prohibit all forms of fishing in the Khalun preservation area to maintain ecological balance.
The village youth bodies passed a resolution banning fishing in the conservation zone, warning that violators would face a fine of Rs. 10,000. The preservation area extends from Nchum Giu (Main Bridge) to Ntiang Giu (Hanging Bridge).
The event featured speeches from the Tening Village Council chairman, youth presidents of Tening and Nsong villages, GBs, and Range officers. Various dignitaries, including representatives from village councils and administrative bodies, attended the program.