The gharial, Gavialis gangeticus is a large crocodilian with a long, slender snout. Of the 23 species of crocodilians, which inhabit a range of aquatic ecosystems, the gharial is the only surviving member of the family, Gavialidae. They are found in good number around Chitwan National Park, Nepal. Gharial breeding center is established to facilate the increase in no of gharials at the area by government of Nepal. Official report says more than 1500 gharials are released into the river but the census shows presence of only 200 gharials on the habitat. So, the big question is why are the gharials released after raising in-situ not able to adopt in natural condition?

Being a veterinary student, I am a frequent visitor to the center and natural park. The study of animal behavior and other related vices motivates me to go there frequently. The data above presented hit me for days. I consulted a good number of conservationists, government officials to understand the challenges of gharial conservation in Nepal. I will present my findings in random order.

1.       Mining river-based aggregates - as crocodiles use sand to lay egg as well as to hatch babies.

2.       Increasing extraction of sand and peddles from local rivers

3.       Polluted water

4.       Increasing predators and decreasing natural food.

5.       Cocodiles being swept away by flood towards India and killed after being trapped in nets laid out by fishermen

Above the presented problems, what worries me the most is rapid increase in number of mining-based industries for sand and pebbles required for construction. In this topic I am clueless about the steps we could do for cause of contribution. Therefore I request all the readers to suggest if any idea strikes them so that we together can make world a better place.