Debrigarh Sanctuary

Bhubaneswar: To protect wildlife and combat poaching, a 2 km zone (1 km inside and 1 km outside) of the Debrigarh Sanctuary in Odisha has been officially declared a "Shock-Free Zone" and a "Zero Electrocution Zone". This declaration…

Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to receive five Royal Bengal Tigers from Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra by the end of September. The move aims to boost genetic diversity within the state's tiger population, as part of ongoing efforts to…

Bhubaneswar: In a rare and exciting occurrence, first-time safari tourists at Debrigarh Sanctuary were thrilled to spot the elusive Wild Dog, also known as Dhole or Balua Kukura in Odia, during a safari on 10th August. The sighting took…

Debrigarh: In a landmark initiative, the Debrigarh Sanctuary authorities have inaugurated the "Debrigarh Abhinandan" program, a comprehensive nature education program aimed at fostering environmental and wildlife conservation awareness…

Bhubaneswar: In a unique initiative to blend ecotourism with astronomical education, Debrigarh Sanctuary in Odisha has launched a "StarGazing" program from May 1, 2024. Community members, trained to identify stars and constellations, now…

Bhubaneswar: Debrigarh Sanctuary and Hirakud Reservoir have witnessed a surge in ecotourism this year, attracting nature enthusiasts and foreigners to explore the rich biodiversity of the region. One of the highlights of this eco-tourism…

Debrigarh: Hirakud Lake, a sprawling expanse from the Hirakud Dam to the Odisha-Chhattisgarh border, unfolded its wings of biodiversity as the annual bird census on January 8th, 2024, illuminated the vibrant avian life within its 500 sq km…

Debrigarh: The recent Herbivore and Carnivore Census (Sign Survey) conducted in Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary by the team from Hirakud Wildlife Division, has yielded remarkable results. The sanctuary recorded over 1,099 carnivore signs,…

Bhubaneswar: At least 3 poachers have been arrested from Debrigarh Sanctuary by night the patrolling team of Hirakud Wildlife Division on Sunday morning. The team headed by a forester, lady forest guard, and 10 squads while patrolling at…