CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The project to create an International Standard Zoo at Gorewada, Nagpur was entrusted to the Forest Development Corporation of Maharashtra, Nagpur, Maharashtra State, India a wholly owned company of the Government of Maharashtra (Gov).

Detailed explanation-2: -Commonly known as Gorewada Zoo or the Balasaheb Thackeray Gorewada International Zoological Park in Nagpur is a zoo that has been dedicated to the Late Balasaheb Thackeray. Spread over 900 hectares, this zoo is massive and is considered to be the largest zoo in Maharashtra!

Detailed explanation-3: -The International Standard Zoo and Rescue Centre at Gorewada is spread over 2000 acres.

Detailed explanation-4: -As of now only Indian safari started which have 4 sections of Leopard, Sloth bear, Herbivore and Tiger but its still worth a visit. The zoo is a must-see for visitors looking for places to visit near Nagpur. I was particularly impressed by the variety of migratory birds that settle at the lake every year.