the census reaffirms Odisha’s vital role in the preservation of migratory and resident bird species,” said PCCF wildlife Prem Kumar Jha.

A daylong bird census was conducted across 52 wildlife divisions of Odisha on Saturday, with officials hoping for an increase in the number of avian visitors. Wildlife officials said that a large ...

Odisha’s carrier pigeon service still maintains a fleet of around 150 birds, though their purpose has grown increasingly ceremonial.