India’s First Green Certified Zoo in Himachal Pradesh:
The Durgesh Aranya Zoological Park is set to be an important development in India. Located in Bankhandi, Kangra district, it will be the first zoo in India to gain certification from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC). This certification marks the park’s commitment to sustainable and eco-friendly practices. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced this on November 2, 2024.