Chandigarh: The Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government’s sustained efforts to promote wildlife conservation and public awareness are yielding visible results, with visitor footfall at the Mahendra Chaudhary Zoological Park, Chhatbir witnessing a significant rise. Sharing the details, Forest and Wildlife Preservation Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak said that in just the first 8 months of the present year, the zoo recorded 3,71,011 visitors, reflecting growing public engagement with wildlife preservation.
On this, Punjab’s Minister for Forests and Wildlife Lal Chand Kataruchak said, “Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, our government has worked consistently to sensitize people towards nurturing and preserving wildlife. The response from the public has been extremely encouraging.”
The Forests and Wildlife Minister informed, “The Chhatbir Zoo received 48,719 visitors in January alone, while 54216 people visited in February, 66377 in March, 40168 in April, In May 33134, June 71928, July 35980, and in August 20489 people visited the zoo to witness the diverse species of birds and animals in the serene and well-maintained surroundings.”
Highlighting the conservation-focused initiatives undertaken at the zoo, Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak said, “As part of our commitment to conservation and protection of wildlife, several pathbreaking initiatives have been implemented at the Chhatbir Zoo.” He added, “The country’s biggest and longest walk-in aviary has become a major centre of attraction. Alongside this, an ultra-modern dinosaur park has been set up to enhance the educational and recreational experience for visitors.
