**11. Management strategy for conservation program to protect the biodiversity**

Several measures have been taken care of by the state government as well as the Ministry of Environment and Forest, Government of India for conservation and preservation of unique bio-diversity of Bhitarkanika. The most important measures to create database regarding the destination, implementation conservation program for saltwater crocodiles, control to protect the water bodies from weeds, control poaching of migratory birds and other animals, sensitising the local community regarding the importance of wetlands and mangrove forest, awareness about the community participation and the need of capacity building program for promotion and development of eco-tourism in the study area i.e., Bhitarkanika.
