Up-gradation of zoos gets the nod

Family, summer packages in Lahore on the cards

LAHORE:

A plan has been approved  for the up-gradation of zoos in Lahore, Gujranwala and Faisalabad, along with the introduction of an e-ticketing system.

The participants of a meeting approved bringing in more than 146 new animals, including elephants from Sri Lanka, Kangaroos from Australia, and Pandas from China. These animals will be housed in modern, state-of-the-art enclosures.

The caretaker CM directed the implementation of family packages, summer packages, and other offers at Lahore Zoo.

Furthermore, the meeting agreed to launch a night safari at Lahore Safari Park and introduce an African desert safari experience at Safari Zoo.

A special highlight will be the introduction of an aquarium at Lahore Safari Zoo, housing 142 species of marine life and captivating visitors with a mesmerising aquatic display.

Naqvi emphasized the importance of increasing the number of animals in the safari park to enhance the overall experience for visitors.

As part of the plans, a bird safari will be established on the hilltop of Lahore Zoo. He requested a comprehensive plan for the up-gradation of Jallo Park and Changa Manga Zoo. Additionally, a Safari Zoo will be established on 54 acres of land on Kaleem Shaheed Road in Faisalabad.

For the Zoo in Gujranwala, a committee has been formed with Provincial Minister Bilal Afzal at its helm.

Published in The Express Tribune, August 6^th, 2023.