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Gujarat to Open All Sanctuaries and National Parks for Tourists from October 9
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News18•08-10-2026, 04:15
Gujarat to Open All Sanctuaries and National Parks for Tourists from October 9
- •The Forest Department has announced the reopening of all sanctuaries and national parks in Gujarat for tourists starting October 9, 2026.
- •The decision coincides with the upcoming Navratri and Diwali festivals, following the end of the monsoon season and improved road conditions.
- •Tourist activities will be strictly regulated according to Forest Department guidelines to ensure wildlife protection and prevent disturbance to animals.
- •The reopening is expected to create new employment opportunities for local communities across the state.
- •This follows the reopening of several renowned sanctuaries and tiger reserves across India, including Ranthambore, Bandipur, and Tadoba-Andhari, on October 1.
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All sanctuaries and national parks in Gujarat are scheduled to reopen for tourists on October 9, 2026, just ahead of the Navratri and Diwali festivals.
The reopening follows the conclusion of the monsoon season and subsequent improvements in road conditions, allowing easier access for visitors while boosting local employment.
Several major reserves across India reopened on October 1, 2026, including Ranthambore and Sariska in Rajasthan, Satpura and Pench in Madhya Pradesh, Bandipur and Nagarhole in Karnataka, and Tadoba-Andhari in Maharashtra.
