Current Affairs - State - Discussion

The Banded Royal butterfly (Rachana jalindra indra) was first discovered in Tripura, specifically within the Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary. This butterfly species, found across parts of South and Southeast Asia, is protected under Schedule II of the Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. Its sighting in May 2021 was documented in the journal Munis Entomology & Zoology. This discovery highlights the rich biodiversity of Tripura and underscores the importance of wildlife sanctuaries in conserving unique species.