RAIPUR: The safari season for tourists at the renowned Kanger Valley National Park in Bastar has commenced 12 days ahead of schedule this year.
The decision for early start of safari season was taken under the direction of Forest Minister Kedar Kashyap, with a focus on enhancing convenience for tourists.
During the safari, visitors can now explore the national park’s natural beauty, rich biodiversity, and a variety of adventure tourism activities. Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife) Uttam Gupta inaugurated the gypsy safari on October 20.
Tourists can visit Kotamsar Cave, Kanger Dhara, and the famous Tirathgarh Waterfall. Additionally, they can partake in adventure activities such as bamboo rafting and kayaking at Manjhipal.
Prioritizing environmental conservation within
the national park, a special emphasis has been placed on ensuring a
plastic-free safari experience. As per the instructions of the park director, Gautam
Narayan Padibhar, a complete ban on the use of plastic has been imposed within
the park premises. Tourists are requested not to bring plastic bottles or
polythene bags and to help maintain the cleanliness of the park.
(PHOTO COURTESY: CHHATTISGARH FOREST DEPARTMENT)