Similipal accorded ‘National Park’ Status

Similipal in Mayurbhanj district of Odisha has been accorded ‘National Park’ status by the Odisha government.

It has become the 107th national park in India and the second in Odisha, after Bhitarkanika.

What is a National Park?

Aspect	Details
Declaration	A state government may notify an area as a National Park for protection of wildlife and its environment.
Basis of Protection	Protection is granted due to ecological, faunal, floral, geomorphological, or zoological importance.
Legal Framework	National parks are notified under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
Human Activity	No human activity is permitted except under conditions allowed by the Chief Wildlife Warden under Chapter IV of the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

Importance of Similipal

Area	Significance
Tiger Reserve	Similipal is also a Tiger Reserve.
Biosphere Reserve	It is recognised as a Biosphere Reserve.
Biodiversity	Known for rich biodiversity, forests, waterfalls, and tiger habitat.
State Significance	Similipal has become Odisha’s second national park after Bhitarkanika.

National Park Status in India

Point	Details
National Ranking	Similipal has become the 107th national park in India.
Odisha’s First National Park	Bhitarkanika is Odisha’s first national park.
Conservation Role	National parks play an important role in wildlife conservation and ecosystem protection.

PT Facts

Similipal: Also a Tiger Reserve and Biosphere Reserve.
Bhitarkanika: Odisha’s first national park.
Legal Basis: National parks are notified under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.
Similipal: Known for rich biodiversity, forests, waterfalls, and tiger habitat.

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