Overview

• Uttarakhand chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami conducted a jungle safari at Jim Corbett National Park to showcase the state’s eco-tourism drive.
• He joined forest department staff and community volunteers in planting over 1,000 saplings under the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ afforestation campaign.
• Dhami described spotting wildlife during the safari as a thrilling opportunity to reconnect with nature’s precious heritage.
• During the visit, he lauded forest officials’ dedication to conserving greenery and biodiversity across the state.
• Tourism officials report that enhanced safari offerings have attracted more domestic and international visitors, spurring local self-employment.