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Night Ban Imposed on Vehicles in Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve
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News18•05-10-2026, 23:33
Night Ban Imposed on Vehicles in Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve
- •Night movement of all types of vehicles is now prohibited on National Highway-130C passing through Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve.
- •The decision has been implemented pursuant to High Court directions to stop vehicles at Indagaon and Torenga barriers from 6 PM to 6 AM.
- •Previous exemptions for passenger buses and private vehicles have been completely revoked, affecting the Raipur-Devbhog route.
- •The step aims to ensure free movement of wildlife, prevent human-wildlife conflicts, and improve security monitored by cameras.
- •Special permission to pass will only be granted in emergency situations such as medical crises.
Key Questions Answered
The night movement of all types of vehicles is prohibited on National Highway-130C passing through the Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve and Sanctuary area from 6 PM to 6 AM following High Court directions.
General traffic and passenger vehicles are completely banned at night, but special permission to pass is granted strictly in medical emergencies or extreme life-and-death situations.
The step was taken pursuant to High Court orders to ensure the free movement of wildlife and to prevent human-wildlife conflicts in the sanctuary.
