Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has approved the creation of breeding centres for otters, vultures, and wild buffaloes as part of the state's wildlife conservation efforts. The decision was taken today during a meeting of the State Wildlife Board, which also included Forest Minister Sudhir Mungantiwar, several MLAs, and senior government officials, stated a communique from the Chief Minister's Office. 

CM Shinde stressed the importance of maintaining and preserving rare plant species in the state, and he urged the Forest Department to take proactive measures in this regard.