Delhi Govt Creates 9 New Wildlife Inspector Posts to Boost Biodiversity Protection

• Delhi government approves nine new wildlife inspector posts for direct recruitment in the Department of Forests and Wildlife.
• Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa states dedicated inspectors will protect Delhi's biodiversity and reduce urban ecosystem vulnerabilities.
• Previously, the department had only one sanctioned wildlife inspector post at headquarters, leaving field divisions without dedicated personnel.
• New posts aim to strengthen on-ground conservation, curb poaching, resolve conflicts, and enhance biodiversity management.
• Eight of the nine posts will be filled through direct recruitment by the Delhi Subordinate Services Selection Board (DSSSB).