New Delhi: According to a report by the Times of India, the Maharashtra State Sanctuaries Guides Association (MSSGA) has decided to go on strike over a disagreement regarding the ‘one family, one employment’ policy with Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve (TATR) management. The strike will reportedly commence on October 2, when the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve will reopen its doors to tourists. The decision to strike will reportedly affect the work of 250 guides in the buffer zone, and 120 guides in the core area. In such a situation, let us take a look at the significance of the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve.
What is the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve?
The Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, also called the Tadoba National Park, is the oldest and the largest national park in Maharashtra. It is one of the 47 project tiger reserves in India. Located in Maharashtra’s Chandrapur district, the tiger reserve covers a total area of 1,727 Sq.km, including the Tadoba National Park.
The Tadoba National Park was established in 1955 and the Andhari Wildlife Sanctuary was established in 1986. The two parks were joined in 1995 and the Tadoba Andheri Tiger Reserve was formed. The word ‘Tadoba’ comes from the name of the God Tadoba or Taru, whom the local tribal people worship. The name ‘Andhari’ has been derived from the Andhari river that flows in this area.
The three divisions of the Tadoba National Park
There are three forest ranges in the Tadoba National Park i.e. Tadoba North Range, Morhurli Range and Kolsa South Range. The park has a couple of lakes and a river, namely the Tadoba Lake,’ Kolsa Lake and Tadoba River. The Tadoba Lake acts as a buffer between the park’s forest and the extensive farmland. This lake is a perennial water source and a good habitat for Muggar crocodiles to thrive.
The flora and fauna of the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve
Flora and fauna are present in abundance in the Tadoba Tiger Reserve. Some of the famous flora that the park has to offer include Ain, Teak, Bija, Hald, Dhauda, Semal, Salai, Beheda, Tendu, Karaya gum, Hirda, Arjun, Mahua Madhuca, Bamboo, Black Plum, and Bheria.
The animals that call the reserve their house include Tigers, Sloth bears, Indian leopards, Nilgai, Gaur, Stripped Hyena, Dhole, Jungle Cats, Small Indian Civet, Spotted Dear, Sambar, Chital, Barking Deer, Indian Python, Marsh Crocodile, Grey-headed Fish Eagle, Indian Cobra, Peacock, Crested Serpent Eagle, Wolf Spiders and Jewel Beetles.
The Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, also called the Tadoba National Park, is the oldest and the largest national park in Maharashtra. It is one of India’s 47 project tiger reserves. knowledge Knowledge News, Photos and Videos on General Knowledge
