Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Wildlife Sanctuary

Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Wildlife Sanctuary
डा. भीमराव अंबेडकर वन्यजीव अभयारण्य
Location in Madhya Pradesh, India
Location	Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India
Nearest city	Banda, Shahgarh
Coordinates	24°10′51″N79°02′50″E / 24.18079°N 79.04712°E / 24.18079; 79.04712
Area	258.64 km2 (99.86 sq mi)
Established	2025
Governing body	Madhya Pradesh Forest Department

Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary located in the Sagar district of Madhya Pradesh, India. It was notified in April 2025 and covers 258.64 km² under the North Sagar Forest Division, including areas of Banda and Shahgarh tehsils. ^{[1] [2]}

History

The sanctuary was declared in April 2025 as the 25th wildlife sanctuary of Madhya Pradesh and named after Dr. B. R. Ambedkar. The notification brought 258.64 km² of reserved forest into the state's protected area network. ^{[3] [4]}

Geography

The sanctuary lies in northern Sagar district, comprising dry deciduous forest, scrubland, and grassland landscapes typical of central India. It is positioned between the Vindhyan plateau and adjoining plains. Approximate central coordinates are 24°10′51″N79°02′50″E / 24.18079°N 79.04712°E / 24.18079; 79.04712 . ^[5]

Flora and fauna

The region hosts species such as Chinkara, Nilgai, jackal, striped hyena, reptiles, and numerous bird species. ^[6]

Administration

Management of the sanctuary is carried out by the Madhya Pradesh Forest Department through the North Sagar Forest Division, which is responsible for patrolling, habitat conservation and enforcement. ^[7]

See also

• Tokalo Wildlife Sanctuary

References

1. "Madhya Pradesh govt announces new wildlife sanctuary named after Dr BR Ambedkar in Sagar". Hindustan Times. 11 April 2025. Retrieved 7 December 2025.
2. "MP blends tribute with conservation, names new sanctuary after Ambedkar". The Times of India. 13 April 2025. Retrieved 7 December 2025.
3. "25th Wildlife Sanctuary of Madhya Pradesh". Drishti IAS. 16 April 2025. Retrieved 7 December 2025.
4. "Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav's Initiative Brings 25th Sanctuary to Madhya Pradesh". Directorate of Public Relations, Government of Madhya Pradesh. 12 April 2025. Retrieved 7 December 2025.
5. "Madhya Pradesh Announces New Wildlife Sanctuary In Sagar As Tribute To Dr B.R. Ambedkar". Outlook Traveller. 14 April 2025. Retrieved 7 December 2025.
6. "Madhya Pradesh Announces New Wildlife Sanctuary In Sagar As Tribute To Dr B.R. Ambedkar". Outlook Traveller. 14 April 2025. Retrieved 7 December 2025.
7. "Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav's Initiative Brings 25th Sanctuary to Madhya Pradesh". Directorate of Public Relations, Government of Madhya Pradesh. 12 April 2025. Retrieved 7 December 2025.