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Bihar’s only tiger reserve i.e. Valmiki Tiger Reserve (VTR) is becoming a hotspot among wildlife lovers and nature tourists across the country these days. This reserve, spread in the forests of West Champaran district, has created a distinct identity for itself across the world for its biodiversity, dense forests, flowing rivers and increasing number of tigers. To meet the ever increasing craze of tourists and to promote wildlife tourism, the Forest Department has taken a huge and commendable step. Now, apart from Valmiki Nagar and Gonauli ranges of VTR, tourists will also be able to see jungle safari and wildlife in ‘Madanpur Range’ surrounded by very beautiful and dense forests. A new 15 km long tourist route has been completely prepared by the administration in this range, with the commencement of which there is tremendous enthusiasm among the tourists.
Madanpur Range of Valmiki Tiger Reserve is known for its scenic beauty, diverse flora and natural habitat of wildlife. Till now there was limited tourist traffic or the area was not put on the main tourist map in the same way as other ranges. But in view of the huge demand from tourists, the department has developed this 15 kilometer new route. During the safari on this route, tourists will get a chance to pass through dense sal forests, grasslands and near water sources. This entire track has been designed in such a way that the tourists can feel the thrill during the safari and at the same time they can get very close to nature. This forest trail is no less than a paradise for bird lovers as many rare species of birds can be easily seen here.
In this Tiger Reserve of Bihar, a significant increase in the number of tigers has been recorded in the last few years, which is a huge success in terms of wildlife conservation. During the safari on this new 15 km long route of Madanpur range, tourists have every possibility of seeing Bengal tiger, leopard, bear, chital, sambar, wild boar and different types of deer. Forest Department officials say that strict security arrangements have been made on this route so that tourists can have exciting experiences without any danger. Every safari vehicle will be accompanied by a trained forest guard or nature guide, who will inform the tourists about the rules of the forest as well as tell interesting facts about the wildlife. Apart from this, special monitoring is also being done on the movement of elephants so that there is no lapse in the safety of tourists.
When a new route opens in any Tiger Reserve or National Park, the local people and rural economy get the biggest benefit from it. With the opening of this new safari route in Madanpur range, tourism activities in this area of West Champaran will get a boost. With the arrival of tourists, the business of zip drivers, nature guides, homestays and small hotels will flourish at the local level. It is the effort of the Bihar Government and the Forest Department to provide employment to the local youth through eco-tourism so that they can also take an active part in this great campaign of wildlife conservation. Keeping in mind the coming winter season, a plan is also being made to increase the booking and number of gypsies on this route.
If you also want to enjoy an exciting jungle safari in the Madanpur range of Valmiki Tiger Reserve this festive season or winter holidays, then you will have to take an online/offline permit from the official website of the Forest Department or the booking counter located at Valmiki Nagar. It is mandatory to follow some strict rules during jungle safari, such as getting down from the vehicle is prohibited, spreading plastic or garbage is completely prohibited and noise that disturbs the wildlife has to be avoided. Only by following these rules can we keep our forests and wildlife safe. This new Madanpur route of VTR will definitely prove to be a new milestone on the tourism map of Bihar, which will attract tourists from India and abroad.