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Ecological and Socioeconomic Triggers of Forest Fires in Uttara Kannada, India, and Their Impact on Biodiversity Conservation

Title
Ecological and Socioeconomic Triggers of Forest Fires in Uttara Kannada, India, and Their Impact on Biodiversity Conservation
Creator
Ningani, Shivanand S.; Swami, Abhishek; Upreti, Kamal
Description
This study studies the complex cause and consequence aspects of forest fire in the western ghats district of Uttara Kannada, Karnataka, India-a region particularly known for biodiversity. It singles out key factors influencing fire dynamics: natural or anthropogenic elements, such as lightning, droughts, and anthropogenic changes induced by socioeconomic change. Through field information and satellite image analysis, research shows how such climate change and increased human activities continue to fuel rising fire frequency and intensity, posing a threat to the ecological and biodiversity balance within the region. The study conclusion calls for collaborative forest management mechanisms that integrate grassroots practices with wider global conservation visions. This study puts forth actionable recommendations that improve the technique of fire management and prevention. These efforts seek to minimize ecological and economic damage brought about by forest fires. These efforts lead to better comprehension of the concept of ecosystem integrity and bring forward the relevance of preserving biodiversity against climatic and human challenges. 2025 The Author(s).
Source
Journal of Rangeland Science;Volume;16;Issue;1;pp.1-16
Date
01-01-2026
Publisher
OICC Press
Subject
Climate Change Impact; Deforestation and Land Use; Ecosystem Services; Forest Fires; Wildfire Risk Assessment
Coverage
Ningani S.S., Department of Environmental Science, Shri Venkateshwara University, Uttar Pradesh, Gajraula, India; Swami A., Department of Environmental Science, Shri Venkateshwara University, Uttar Pradesh, Gajraula, India; Upreti K., CHRIST University, Delhi NCR, Ghaziabad, India
Rights
Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library
Relation
ISSN: 20089996;
Format
online
Language
English
Type
Article

Citation

Ningani, Shivanand S.; Swami, Abhishek; Upreti, Kamal, “Ecological and Socioeconomic Triggers of Forest Fires in Uttara Kannada, India, and Their Impact on Biodiversity Conservation,” CHRIST (Deemed To Be University) Institutional Repository, accessed June 18, 2026, https://archives.christuniversity.in/items/show/23712.

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