Chandigarh- The Bhagwant Singh Mann Authorities’s sustained efforts to advertise wildlife conservation and public consciousness are yielding seen outcomes, with customer footfall on the Mahendra Chaudhary Zoological Park, Chhatbir witnessing a major rise. Sharing the main points, Forest and Wildlife Preservation Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak mentioned that in simply the primary two months of the 12 months, the zoo recorded 80,508 guests, reflecting rising public engagement with wildlife preservation.
On this, Punjab’s Minister for Forests and Wildlife Lal Chand Kataruchak mentioned, “Underneath the management of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, our authorities has labored persistently to sensitize individuals in the direction of nurturing and preserving wildlife. The response from the general public has been extraordinarily encouraging.”
The Forests and Wildlife Minister knowledgeable, “The Chhatbir Zoo acquired 48,719 guests in January alone, whereas 31,789 individuals visited in February to witness the various species of birds and animals within the serene and well-maintained environment.”
Highlighting the conservation-focused initiatives undertaken on the zoo, Kataruchak mentioned, “As a part of our dedication to conservation and safety of wildlife, a number of pathbreaking initiatives have been carried out on the Chhatbir Zoo.” He added, “The nation’s greatest and longest walk-in aviary has change into a significant centre of attraction. Alongside this, an ultra-modern dinosaur park has been set as much as improve the academic and leisure expertise for guests.”
Detailing infrastructure upgrades, Kataruchak mentioned, “Within the 1,200-metre wildlife safari space, the boundary wall has been strengthened and a 260 kV photo voltaic plant has been put in to advertise clear power utilization.” He additional acknowledged that “a vital care unit has been constructed on the lion safari to offer specialised remedy for carnivorous animals, and an open-air Zoo Training Plaza has been developed for guests, notably college kids.”
Increasing on the broader conservation agenda, Kataruchak mentioned, “The Indus River Dolphin has been declared the State Aquatic Animal of Punjab, and 13 wildlife sanctuaries throughout the state have been declared plastic-free.” He added that “5 wetlands of the state, particularly Harike, Ropar, Kanjhli, Keshopur and Nangal, have been included among the many 100 wetlands chosen by the Union Authorities for precedence growth.”
