Sanjay Dubri National Park

Established in 1975 with the aim of preserving the biodiverse forest area of the district, Sanjay-Dubri National Park and Tiger Reserve boasts an Evergreen Sal forest habitat. This reserve is a haven for wildlife, hosting approximately 152 bird species, 32 mammal species, 11 reptile species, 3 amphibian species, and 34 freshwater fish species. Among the diverse wildlife, the reserve is home to significant species such as tigers, sloth bears, chital, nilgai, chinkara, leopards, dholes (wild dogs), jungle cats, hyenas, porcupines, jackals, foxes, Indian wolves, Indian pythons, four-horned antelopes, and barking deer.

The central attraction is Sanjay National Park, a vital component of the larger Sanjay-Dubri Tiger Reserve. Covering over 831 sq. km in Sidhi District, this reserve includes Sanjay National Park and the Dubri Wildlife Sanctuary. The expansive area, adorned with Sal, Bamboo, and mixed forests, is renowned for its vast size and abundant biodiversity. Explore this sanctuary to witness the thriving ecosystem and diverse wildlife that make Sanjay-Dubri National Park and Tiger Reserve a captivating destination.

Brief History

Nestled in the scenic landscape of Sidhi district in Madhya Pradesh, the Sanjay-Dubri Tiger Reserve stands as a wildlife haven, established in 1975. This reserve holds historical significance, as it was the forest where the world-famous white tiger "MOHAN" was discovered and rescued by the Maharaja of Rewa in 1951. Notably, Mohan played a pivotal role in the captive breeding program, becoming the progenitor of many white tigers found in zoos worldwide.

Honoring this legacy, a park range within Sanjay-Dubri Tiger Reserve bears the name of this iconic White Tiger – "Mohan." Today, these lush Sal forests not only serve as the habitat for majestic tigers and a myriad of other wild species but also function as a crucial wildlife corridor, connecting the Bandhavgarh and Palamau Tiger Reserves. The reserve's significance extends beyond its borders, occasionally providing temporary shelter to wild elephants from the neighbouring Chhattisgarh area.