Wildlife enthusiasts in Jharkhand have something exciting to look forward to, as the state government is set to launch jungle safaris in four major wildlife sanctuaries of the State.
Tourists will soon be able to explore the Palamu Tiger Reserve, Dalma, Hazaribagh, and Parasnath Wildlife Sanctuaries through guided safaris. The Tourism and Forest Departments will jointly oversee these safaris, with an estimated cost of ₹200 crore per site, totaling ₹800 crore.
The budget is expected to be allocated in the financial year 2025-26.
Jharkhand's only tiger reserve, Palamu, is home to tigers, cheetal, sambar, and elephants, while Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its elephant population. Hazaribagh Sanctuary hosts a variety of animals, including sambhar, cheetal, nilgai, bears, and hyenas. Meanwhile, Parasnath Sanctuary provides a habitat for leopards, wild cats, porcupines, and other species.
As per the proposal, tourists will be able to experience the thrill of an open safari in either a car or a bus. Additionally, eco-friendly bamboo huts will be set up to offer food and lodging facilities for visitors.
The plan aligns with the government’s vision for promoting eco-tourism in Jharkhand. In preparation for this initiative, the state's Tourism Minister visited Rajgir, Bihar, to study the functioning of its jungle safari and shared insights for Jharkhand’s project.
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In another significant development, the tourism department is working on installing ropeways at Jonha and Hundru waterfalls, which are popular tourist attractions near Ranchi. Visitors will soon be able to enjoy breathtaking aerial views of these waterfalls while traveling via ropeways.
A study conducted by an agency confirmed the feasibility of ropeway construction at these locations. Based on the findings, the Department of Tourism, Art, Culture, and Sports has granted approval for the preparation of a Detailed Project Report (DPR).
The state government had initially commissioned RITES Limited, a public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Railways, to assess the possibility of ropeway installations at five locations: Jonha, Hundru, Dasham, Kauleswari, and Ranchi Pahari Mandir. The study identified Jonha and Hundru as the most suitable sites.
RITES has been tasked with drafting the DPR for these ropeway projects, which will require further approvals from the Planning Authorized Committee and the state cabinet.
Notably, Jharkhand’s Tourism Directorate had already signed an agreement with RITES in 2013 to evaluate the feasibility of ropeway construction.
These upcoming projects are expected to significantly boost tourism and enhance visitor experiences in Jharkhand.
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