Wildlife rescue center in MP – Big news for wildlife lovers! The Madhya Pradesh government is all set to develop a large-scale wildlife rescue and rehabilitation center similar to Gujarat’s famous Vantara Project, initiated by the Ambani Group. Along with this, modern zoos and rescue centers will also be built in Ujjain and Jabalpur, two major cities of the state.
Inspired by Gujarat’s Vantara Project
To protect and care for wild animals, MP is planning an animal welfare project on the lines of Vantara. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has instructed senior forest officials to visit the Vantara center in Gujarat to study how it works and explore how a similar center can be created in Madhya Pradesh. A special team of forest officers is expected to visit Vantara very soon.
New Zoos and Rescue Centres Coming to Ujjain & Jabalpur
According to Ashok Barnwal, Additional Chief Secretary of the Forest Department, the Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the Ujjain Zoo and Wildlife Rescue Centre has already been completed and sent to the Central Zoo Authority (CZA), New Delhi, for approval. Work is also progressing quickly in Jabalpur, where the DPR is currently under preparation.
Eco-Friendly Conservation Efforts Across the State
Not just zoos, the state is also taking steps to conserve nature and wildlife on a larger scale. Here’s what’s coming:
- New Conservation Reserves in Omkareshwar Sanctuary, Tapti region, and Sonewani in Balaghat
- Reintroduction of Cheetahs in Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve
- Breeding Centers for Aquatic Animals:
- Mahseer fish in the Narmada River
- Turtles, crocodiles, and gharials in the Chambal River
To protect these areas from illegal activities and human interference, the Forest Department has proposed fencing over 160 kilometers of protected forest zones.
Also read: Discover the Wonders of Vantara India Animal Kingdom – A New Era of Wildlife Conservation
Why This Matters for MP
This is not just about building zoos—it’s about saving animals, creating awareness, and protecting our environment. With projects like these, Madhya Pradesh is moving towards becoming a leading state in wildlife conservation in India.
