WHEREAS, unplanned and inappropriate utilization of wildlife has resulted in their depletion and endangered existence;

WHEREAS, the conservation of wildlife under taken so far is not productive;

WHEREAS, allowing local communities residing around conservation areas and private investors to actively participate in wildlife development, conservation and utilization has significant value;

WHEREAS, the proclamations, regulations and directives issued previously and still in force are not in line with the existing objective reality and the present state structure;

WHEREAS, it is appropriate to enhance the contribution of the wildlife sector towards poverty reduction strategy by maximizing the economic and social benefit to be derived from the wildlife resource;

NOW, THEREFORE, in accordance with 55 Sub-Articles (1)  of the Constitution hereby proclaimed as follows: