Ramgarh Vishdhari Wildlife Sanctuary in Rajasthan has just been declared India’s 52nd tiger reserve. Rajasthan now boasts its fourth tiger reserve, joining the ranks of Ranthambore, Sariska, and Mukundra. This new designation reflects a positive step in the conservation efforts for these majestic animals in the region.
About Ramgarh Vishdhari Sanctuary
Location: This special place is in the Bundi district of Rajasthan, India.
Sanctuary Status: Back in 1982, the area was officially declared a sanctuary under the Rajasthan Wildlife and Bird Protection Act of 1951.
Tiger Sanctuary Proposal: The state government proposed to develop the Ramgarh Vishdhari sanctuary for tigers. Good news – the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) gave it the thumbs up!
NTCA Background: The NTCA is like the superhero organization for wildlife. It’s a government body under the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change, created by the Wildlife (Protection) Act of 1972.
Biodiversity: This sanctuary is a bustling home for many wild animals. Picture this: Indian wolves, leopards, striped hyenas, sloth bears, golden jackals, chinkaras, nilgais, and foxes all chilling together.
Historical and Cultural Hotspots: Besides the amazing wildlife, there are cool historical and cultural sites nearby. Check out Bhimlat, Ramgarh palace, and more – they’re like time machines taking you back in history.
Significance
- Ramgarh might not be home to a lot of tigers, but it’s super important for them because it helps them move around.
- There’s a cool new tiger reserve in the works. It’s like a nature highway connecting Ranthambore Tiger Reserve in the northeast to Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve in the south.
- This reserve isn’t just about tigers—it’s also helping control too many tigers in one place. Ranthambore was getting a bit crowded, so this reserve is like a solution to that problem.
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