State PCS - Maharashtra (MPSC)

• 01 Apr 2025

Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve

Why in News? 

Maharashtra’s Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR) has implemented new measures to streamline safari operations and enhance guest convenience. 

 Key Points 

• Enhanced Safari Experience for Visitors: 
  • TATR has introduced new luxuries to enhance visitor convenience. 
  • The reserve has implemented measures to ease safari operations, ensuring a smoother experience for guests. 
• Balancing Tourism with Conservation: 
  • Sustainable Tourism Initiatives: 
    • The new policies reflect Tadoba’s commitment to enhancing visitor experiences while upholding conservation principles. 
    • Measures such as the fast-track system, relaxed entry for late arrivals, and improved full-day safaris aim to balance tourism expansion with ecological sustainability. 
  • Emphasis on Responsible Tourism: 
    • Visitors must adhere to reservation rules, including: 
      • Prohibitions on firearms, alcohol, and non-vegetarian food. 
      • Maintaining a litter-free environment to protect the rich biodiversity. 
    • These guidelines ensure that tourism remains responsible and does not disrupt the reserve’s ecological balance. 

 Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve 

• Location: It is situated in Maharashtra and is the oldest and largest national park in the state.  
  • Tadoba/Taru is the local deity revered by the tribal people in the area.  
  • Andhari is derived from the Andhari river which flows through the reserve.  
• Geography: It contains two primary lakes, Tadoba Lake and Kolsa Lake, along with the Tadoba River.   
• Biodiversity:   
  • Flora: Teak, semal, tendu, beheda, karaya gum, mahua madhuca, arjun, bamboo etc.  
  • Fauna: Tigers, Indian leopards, sloth bears, gaurs, nilgai, dholes, small Indian civets, sambars, spotted deer, barking deer, and chital.