As of March 2026, India has expanded its protected area network to over 1,000 sites, focusing on strengthening tiger reserves and Ramsar wetlands. Key updates include increased financial assistance for voluntary relocation from tiger reserves (up to ₹15 lakh) and significant investments in restoration, such as the ₹308 crore plan for mangrove restoration, along with increased conservation efforts in the Nilgiris and Himalayan regions.
River Godavari passes through it. Part of the National Park is proposed to be submerged due to the Polavaram Hydroelectric Project.Some parts of the park will sink due to Ken-Betwa river linkage project and construction of Daudhan dam.
Located close to Surat city. Located in Western Satpura Range (Rajpipla hills). It is located on the boundary of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra.It was initially established as a protected area for protection of Sloth Bear. It is also home of Flying Squirrels (IUCN status) The area is predominantly tribal with Vasavas as the main tribal community.
