Dharamshala, June 28 -- As the Himachal Pradesh government prepares to create a comprehensive database of graziers to strengthen the state's pastoral economy, the Gaddi community has backed the move, saying it will help preserve the generations-old pastoral traditions.

Under the new Grazing Policy, 2026, the state government will develop an online portal within the next six months where graziers will register their names, addresses, livestock numbers, traditional migratory routes and halting grounds.

The policy also paves the way for pastoralists operating without formal grazing permits to register themselves. The local grazing advisory committees will evaluate their status and issue new permits based on fair, codified legal procedures....