The Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC) has launched Project Sahajeevan, a citywide initiative aimed at promoting coexistence between humans and animals and ensuring a balanced urban ecosystem under the One Health approach. 

What is Project Sahajeevan?

• Based on the One Health framework, the project focuses on reducing human-animal conflict and promoting responsible pet ownership.
  • One Health framework connects human, animal, and environmental well-being.
• Key features include:
  • A Citizen Science Programme where residents document local fauna using geo-tagged photos.
  • A helpline for reporting stray dog issues and dog-bite incidents.
  • Mandatory pet registration via GMC’s Sewa Setu portal.
  • Establishment of an electric pet crematorium for eco-friendly animal disposal.
  • Awareness and mass vaccination drives across the city.
    

Why it matters

• Addresses the rising issue of urban wildlife and stray animal conflict.
  
• Promotes public health and compassion through data-driven management.
  
• Aligns with India’s commitment to the One Health strategy for sustainable urban living.
  
• Encourages community participation in building a humane, inclusive city.
  

UPSC Prelims Question

With reference to “Project Sahajeevan”, consider the following statements:

1. It is launched by the Guwahati Municipal Corporation.
   
2. It follows the One Health approach.
   
3. It includes pet registration, helpline, and vaccination drives.
   

Which of the above statements are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. None

Answer: C. 

One-line wrap:
Project Sahajeevan marks Guwahati’s humane step towards a city where people, pets, and wildlife coexist in harmony.

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