Mukundra Hills National Park Is Situated in a Valley Formed by Two Parallel Mountains Viz. Mukundra and Gargola. And Spread in 759.99 Km2 Area according to wikipedia.
4 Rivers Cover Its Boundary (Ramzan, Ahu, Kali and Chambal).
Location of Mukundra National Park-
the Mukundra Tiger Reserve (Tr) Is Located near Kota, Rajasthan, on the Eastern Bank of the Chambal River.
Declaration Timeline-
The Mukundra Hills Declared Wild Life Century In- 1955
And Declared National Park In- 2004
It Was Notified as a Tiger Reserve in – 2013 (under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972 and Became the 3rd Tiger Reserve of Rajasthan in the Form of the Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve.)
Other Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan-
Other National Park in Rajasthan-
The History of Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary:
Royal Playground: Formerly the Hunting Ground of the Maharaja of Kota, Highlighting Its Rich Historical Significance.
The Name Speaks Volumes: “Darrah” Translates to “Pass” In the Local Language, Showcasing Its Ancient Role as a Passageway.
Strategic Refuge: Offered Shelter to Warring Factions like the Marathas, Rajputs, and the British Due to Its Convenient Location Within the Forest.
The Mukundra Tiger Reserve Combine of 3 Wildlife Sanctuaries Named-
1. Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary ( Darrah National Park )
2. National Chambal Wildlife Sanctuary
3. Jawahar Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary
Things to See In Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve
Asiatic Lion Reintroduction Project-
Mukandara Hills National Park Was Once Considered for the Reintroduction of the Asiatic Lion.
Mukundra Hills National Park Received the First Tiger from Ranthambore Tiger Reserve. In July and August 2020, a Male and Female Tiger Were Discovered Dead and Probably Died in Territorial Fights. Later, the Other Male Tiger Died. The Cause of His Death Is Still Not Known. The Last Tigress, Was Discovered with Multiple Injuries and for Her Safety, She Was Translocated to a Biological Park for Treatment. She Was Put Back in Mukundra after Laser Therapy. She Is the Last Tiger of Mukundra.
Attractions to see in Darrah National Park
- A Special Species of Parrot Found in Gagorni Parrot Mukundra Hills, Which Can Imitate the Voice of a Human Being. It Is Reddish and Has a Reddish Color on the Wings.
It Is Called the Hiramana Paratha and the Loop of Hindus (Speaking in the Human Voice). In Ancient times This Parrot Was Used for Espionage. This Forest Department Has Been Declared the Mascot of the Jhalawar District.
- Sambar, Chital, Nilgai, Harin, Wild Boar, Fox, Rabbit, Etc Are Found in the Mukundara Hills.
- This Sanctuary Is Famous for Dakhda (Anojis Pandula) Forests.
- Mukundrahills Are Famous for Their Gorgeous Storks.
Plants in the Forest:
1.Most Common Tree: Anogeissus Pendula (Also Called Kala Dhok or Kaladhi)
Other Common Trees
1. Khair (Acacia Catechu)
2. Ber (Zizyphus Mauratiana)
3. Kakan (Flacourtia Indica)
4. Raunj (Acacia Lecofolia)
On Hills, Different Trees Grow:
Instead of Anogeissus Pendula, There’s Anogeissus Latifolia
Other Trees on Hills Include:
1. Bel (Aegle Marmelos)
2. Salar (Boswellia Sarata)
3. Uum (Meliusa Tomentosa)
4. Shisham (Dalbergia Latifolia)
Timing of Mukundra Hills National Park- Monday to Sunday:
10.00 Am to 5.00 Pm
Entry Fee of Mukundra Hills National Park –
250 INR
How to Reach Mukundra Hills National Park Kota Rajasthan
Nearest Railway Station of Mukundra-hills National Park:- Kota Rajasthan 60 Km
Nearest Airport:- Jaipur Rajasthan 300 Km
By Road:- NH 52 Kota & Jaipur
