Energy, Mineral Resources Minister and Public Relations Rajendra Shukla performed Bhumi Poojan for development works for expansion of tourism in Mukundpur wildlife circuit approved by Union Tourism Ministry today.
He also inaugurated cafeteria (training centre) costing Rs 60 lakh and parking area, camping site and other construction works costing Rs1.25 crore.
Minister Gaur said that Mukundpur White Tiger Safari has carved its distinct identity within a short period. Its income of Rs47 lakh till date is the proof that its fame is reaching people. He said that Forest Department will construct walking trail, canopy walk, Machan etc. Besides, forest will also be developed in 600 hectares. Number of wild animals will also be increased so that the safari becomes more thrilling and attractive for tourists.
Vidhan Sabha Deputy Speaker Rajendra Kumar Singh expressed happiness over construction of cafeteria and other construction works at Mukundpur saying another chapter of development is being added in Vindhya region. He hoped that foreign tourists will also visit Mukundpur White Tiger Safari. Dr. Singh said that more local people will get employment with expansion of tourism industry.
Deputy Speaker Rajendra Kumar Singh announced sanction of Rs 7 lakh to make availab one battery-operated car in Mukundpur White Tiger Safari, Satna MP Ganesh Singh Rs11.40 lakh for a bus and Rewa MP Janardan Mishra announced sanction of Rs 15 lakh for 2 battery operated buses.Notably, on May 3, 2016, Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan had inaugurated the world’s maiden ‘White Tiger Safari’ at Mukundpur in Satna district in the state’s Vindhya region where the feline was first discovered more than 100 years ago. The first of its kind safari has cost Rs50 crore and is spread over an area of 25 hectares.