The Chhattisgarh government has recently announced the establishment of a new tiger reserve, Guru Ghasidas Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve, making it the fourth such reserve in the state.
- This decision follows recommendations from the State Wildlife Board and approvals from the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA).
About the Guru Ghasidas Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve:
- It will span an area of 2,829.387 sq.km.
- It integrates the Guru Ghasidas National Park and Tamor Pingla Sanctuary.
- Covers districts: Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur, Koriya, Surajpur, and Balrampur.
- Approval and Formation:
- The NTCA gave in-principal approval a decade ago.
- Decision approved by the State Wildlife Board and NTCA.
- Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla will be the third largest tiger reserve in India.
- The largest is Nagarjunsagar Srisailam in Andhra Pradesh, followed by Assam’s Manas.
Benefits and Objectives
- Eco-Tourism and Employment:
- Will promote eco-tourism in the state.
- Creates job opportunities for local villagers as guides, vehicle operators, and resort managers.
- Financial Support:
- Additional budget for operations provided by the National Project Tiger Authority.
- Facilitates new livelihood development projects in surrounding villages.
About Tiger Reserve:
- Tiger Reserves are crucial for tiger conservation.
- Composed of:
- Core or Critical Tiger Habitat (National Park or Sanctuary status).
- Buffer or Peripheral Area (lesser degree of habitat protection).
- Notification and Regulation:
- TRs are notified by State Governments under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, based on NTCA advice.
- Alterations or de-notifications require NTCA and National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) approval.
Existing Tiger Reserves in Chhattisgarh
- Indravati in Bijapur district.
- Udanti-Sitanadi in Gariaband.
- Achanakmar in Mungeli.
About Guru Ghasidas National Park:
- Located on Chhota Nagpur and Baghelkhand plateaus of Chhattisgarh.
- It was declared as a National park in 1981.
- It has been renamed after the Satnami reformist, Guru Ghasidas.
- Vegetation: Moist deciduous forest with key trees like Teak, Sal, Gurjan, etc.
- Fauna: Tigers, Leopards, Jackals, Barking Deer, Spotted Deer, etc.
About Tamor Pingla Sanctuary:
- Named after Tamor Pahar and Pingla River.
- It was declared as a Wildlife Sanctuary in 1978.
- It is bounded by the Moran river in north, by Bonga Nalla in the east, and by Rihand River in the west.
- Flora: Sal and bamboo forests
- Fauna: Asian elephants, Bengal tigers, Indian leopards, bears, Sambar deer, wild boars, etc.
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Frequently Asked Question:
What is the size of Guru Ghasidas Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve?
The reserve spans an area of 2,829.387 sq.km.
Which districts are covered by the Guru Ghasidas Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve?
The reserve covers Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur, Koriya, Surajpur, and Balrampur.
Which districts are covered by the Guru Ghasidas Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve?
The reserve covers Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur, Koriya, Surajpur, and Balrampur.
What are some of the benefits and objectives of the Guru Ghasidas Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve?
The reserve aims to promote eco-tourism and provide employment opportunities in the region.