Tiger safari at Ramgarh Vishdhari likely to begin in Oct
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Jaipur: The long-awaited tiger safari in core area of Ramgarh Vishdhari Tiger Reserve, is likely to begin in Oct.
The Tiger Conservation Plan (TCP) was submitted to the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) for final approval, with preparations in their concluding phases.
Forest authorities indicate that the NTCA has not requested any amendments to the submitted plan. Upon approval, controlled tiger safaris will be permitted in the core zone, enhancing eco-tourism opportunities. "The plan was reviewed by NTCA's four-member committee and is expected to receive final clearance soon. The NTCA has not asked for any further modifications, and it is expected the plan will be approved shortly, allowing safari operations to commence in the core area of Ramgarh Vishdhari," stated a senior forest official.
The TCP encompasses scientific wildlife management, enhanced monitoring systems, water resource management, conflict resolution, and species population tracking.
According to an expert, approximately 20% of the reserve will be accessible for eco-tourism post-TCP implementation, creating employment prospects for local residents.
"In May 2022, the reserve received formal approval from the Union minister for environment, forests, and climate change, becoming Rajasthan's fourth and the country's 52nd tiger reserve.
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The TCP was prepared to regulate tourism and other activities," said an expert.
The reserve spans 1,501.89 square kilometre, comprising a core area of 481.90 square kilometre and a buffer zone of 1,019.98 square kilometre. Currently, six tigers inhabit Ramgarh: two adult males, one adult female, one young male, and two cubs.
Officials have proposed safari routes, with one path extending from the Peepkhoda entry gate in Naitpur to the core area.
Additional routes will be established post-TCP implementation. "Four zones are likely to be established, with carrying capacity to be determined. Plans include relocating eight villages within the reserve post-approval."
Following Independence, these forests came under Rajasthan govt administration. In 1982, a portion was designated as the Ramgarh Vishdhari Wildlife Sanctuary under Section 5 of the Rajasthan Wild Animals and Birds Protection Act, 1951. Tigers reportedly disappeared from the sanctuary in 1999.
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