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Anila · 5 months ago

Meghalaya Cabinet Paves the Way for Tourism Growth by Leasing Two Hundred Seventy-Three Acres of Prime Land Near Umiam Lake

The Meghalaya Cabinet has recently given the green light to a strategic initiative aimed at significantly boosting the state’s tourism industry through the leasing of 273 acres of underutilized land to the tourism department. The land in question is owned by Meghalaya Electric Corporation Ltd and its subsidiaries and is located near the picturesque Umiam Lake, one of the most renowned natural attractions in the region. The lease agreement will span 60 years, with the option to extend it for an additional 30 years. This land, once developed, is expected to become a hub for tourism, offering a variety of attractions that will draw visitors from across India and abroad.
This initiative is part of a broader effort to utilize the state’s natural resources to fuel economic growth through tourism. The leased land will be used for the development of several new projects, including luxury accommodations and recreational facilities. A key component of the plan includes the construction of five-star hotels, which will cater to upscale travelers seeking a luxurious experience in the heart of Meghalaya’s natural beauty. In addition to the hotels, the tourism department aims to introduce lake cruise services, providing visitors with a chance to immerse themselves in the tranquil charm of Umiam Lake from a unique waterfront perspective a one-of-a-kind experience.

The government envisions these developments taking place within the next year, in alignment with their broader vision for transforming Meghalaya into a prominent tourist destination in India. The tourism department has outlined plans to initiate these projects shortly after receiving approval, with the goal of creating jobs, boosting the local economy, and generating substantial revenue. The natural beauty of Umiam Lake, combined with these planned developments, is expected to make the area a sought-after location for both domestic and international tourists. The government has stressed the importance of capitalizing on Meghalaya’s inherent scenic charm to attract tourists, which will contribute to the growth of the hospitality and tourism industries.

Jadobe · 2 months ago

Zebra mussel GLERL

Dreissena polymorpha Retrieval of zebra mussel-encrusted Vector Averaging Current Meter near Michigan City, IN. Lake Michigan, June 1999. Photo by M. McCormick.
Obtained from http://www.glerl.noaa.gov/pubs/photogallery/Waterlife/pages/0192.html

Jadobe · 2 months ago

Zebra mussel is a small shellfish

Color patterns vary, with only dark or colored shells or no stripes. They are typically found attached to objects, surfaces, or each other by threads underneath the shells. Although similar in appearance to the quagga mussel, the two species can be easily distinguished. When placed on a surface zebra mussels are stable on their flattened underside while quagga mussels, lacking a flat underside, will fall over.

Jadobe · 2 months ago

Die Harnischwelse (Loricariidae)

Die Harnischwelse (Loricariidae) sind eine in Mittel- und Südamerika vorkommende Familie  der Ordnung der Welsartigen. Mit mehr als 80 Gattungen, über 820 beschriebenen und geschätzt 700 bis heute unbeschriebenen Arten sind sie die artenreichste Familie der Welsartigen und eine der artenreichsten Fischfamilien überhaupt.

Jadobe · 2 months ago

Les Loricariidés (Loricariidae)

Les Loricariidés (Loricariidae) sont la plus grande famille de poissons-chats (ordre des Siluriformes), avec 1 000[1] espèces connues et de nouvelles espèces décrites chaque année. Les Loricariidés proviennent des eaux douces du Costa Rica, du Panama, et des zones tropicales et subtropicales d'Amérique du Sud. On connaît des Loricariidés dans toutes les eaux douces du Panama à l'Argentine. Ces poissons sont connus pour leur ventouse buccale, et les plaques osseuses couvrant leur corps. Plusieurs genres sont vendus sous le nom de plécos, notamment le Pléco commun, et sont très populaires en aquariophilie. Plusieurs espèces sont connues pour produire des sons de stridulation grâce à leurs épines pectorales[2].

Jadobe · 2 months ago

L-number

The L-number system is a semi-scientific classification system of catfish based on photographs of shipments of tropical catfish of the family Loricariidae published by the German aquarium magazine DATZ (Die Aquarien- und Terrarienzeitschrift (The Aquarium and Terrarium Magazine)). The first L-number was published in 1988.

Jadobe · 2 months ago

Baryancistrus xanthellus in wiki

Baryancistrus xanthellus (L018, L081, L085, L177, LDA060) er en art av harniskmaller i gruppen Ancistrini. Det er en bunnlevende ferskvannsfisk som finnes i Rio Xingu i Amazonas-vassdraget. Den blir opptil 29,7 cm lang SL[1]. Baryancistrus xanthellus er på grunn av sitt spesielle utseende en populær akvariefisk, og har fram til arten ble beskrevet  i 2011 gått under forskjellige L-numre, samt det engelske populærnavnet «gold nugget» eller «golden nugget» i akvariehandelen.

Jadobe · 2 months ago

Odontode (Wikipedia)

Odontodes, or dermal teeth, are hard structures found on the external surfaces of animals or near internal openings. They consist of a soft pulp cavity surrounded by dentine and covered by a mineralised substance such as enamel, a structure similar to that of teeth.[1] They generally do not have the same function as teeth, and are not replaced the same way teeth are in most fish.[2] In some animals (notably catfish), the presence or size of odontodes can be used in determining the sex.[3]

Jadobe · 2 months ago

Hypostomus asperatus in wiki

Hypostomus asperatus[1] is a species of catfish in the family Loricariidae. It is native to South America, where it occurs in the Tocantins River basin. The species reaches 22.9 cm (9 inches) in standard length and is believed to be a facultative air-breather.[2]