Gone are the days when Haryana was just an industrial hub of India. Now, it’s all set to welcome Asia’s largest jungle safari. Inspired by Gujarat’s Vantara model, the Haryana government is now planning a jungle safari project in the Aravalli hills of Gurgaon and Nuh district. And, it’s said that it would span over 10,000 acres with an intention to boost eco-tourism.
When we plan a vacation, Haryana barely makes it to the list. To change that and to increase tourism in the state, they are moving towards building something big. And as per Social Policy Research Foundation (SPRF), the jungle safari would feature a range of animals like herbivores, amphibians, and more. They would also have a bird sanctuary and trekking trails for the adventure lovers.
SPRF has also highlighted that this project started under the Compensatory Afforestation scheme (CAMPA) to compensate for the loss of tropical forests cut down in Nicobar Islands for a big infrastructure project.
5 Things To Know About Asia’s Largest Jungle Safari Project
The news of this jungle safari project, which is touted as not only India’s but Asia’s largest, has already excited us, and here are 5 important things you need to know about it.
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1.India’s largest jungle safari
With the idea of covering the 10,000 acres of land in the Aravalli hills, the Haryana jungle safari project will be the largest in India. The idea behind this is to offer tourists a fun and educational experience with a safe space for animals.
2. It is influenced by Gujarat’s Vantara model
As per a report in Times of India, Union Minister Manohar Lal, Environment Minister Rao Narbin Singh, and Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini visited Vantara in Jamnagar. They went there to understand how it was built and how they can use this knowledge in the Haryana project.
Vantara in Jamnagar by Anant Ambani spreads over 3,000 acres. The goal behind the centre was to give abused, injured and endangered animals a safe place to live and thrive.
3. Boost in eco-tourism
The Haryana government has declared this project to be eco-friendly, ensuring that no major harm would be caused to the Aravalli Hills and its sensitive ecosystem. The tourists will be able to breathe fresh air, surrounded by nature.
4. Next big tourist destination
Tourism in Haryana has reduced over the years, and to bring a change in it, the government has set a new plan. This jungle safari will attract both national and international tourists, offering them a unique and eco-friendly experience.
5. Growth in employment
This massive project would lead to growth of employment opportunities in the state for hospitality, transport, and tourism industries.
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