State/UT wise List all the National parks in India

India is a land of diverse flora and fauna, with an abundance of natural beauty. National Parks in India are a testament to this, as they offer a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of the country. India has a total of 104 national parks spread across 29 states and union territories. Each park is unique in its own way, and offers an unforgettable experience to visitors. In this blog, we will take a closer look at all of the most popular State Wise and Union Territories wise list of national parks in India.

Difference between Wildlife sanctuary, Biosphere reserves and National parks


Wildlife Sanctuary Biosphere Reserve National Park
Objective To provide protection to wildlife and their habitats To conserve biodiversity and promote sustainable development To protect and conserve natural and cultural resources, including wildlife
Human Activity Allowed with restrictions Allowed with specific guidelines and regulations Restricted or prohibited
Size Can range from a few acres to several thousand acres Can range from a few hundred acres to several thousand acres Can range from a few hundred acres to several thousand square kilometers
Protection Status Lesser degree of protection compared to a National Park Higher degree of protection compared to a Wildlife Sanctuary Highest degree of protection among the three
Examples Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Chilika Wildlife Sanctuary Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, Sunderbans Biosphere Reserve Gir National Park, Kaziranga National Park

Here the State Wise List of all the National parks along with the Union Territories.


State/UT Total Parks List of National Parks Established
(Year)
Andaman and Nicobar Islands 9 Galathea National Park,
Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park,
Middle Button Island National Park,
Mount Harriet National Park,
North Button Island National Park,
Rani Jhansi Marine National Park,
Saddle Peak National Park,
South Button Island National Park,
Campbell Bay National Park
1983,
1983,
1989,
1969,
1987,
1996,
1987,
1997,
1992
Andhra Pradesh 3 Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary, Papikonda National Park,
Sri Venkateswara National Park
2002,
2008,
1989
Arunachal Pradesh 2 Mouling National Park,
Namdapha National Park
1986,
1974
Assam 5 Dibru-Saikhowa National Park,
Kaziranga National Park,
Manas National Park,
Nameri National Park,
Orang National Park
1999,
1974,
1990,
1998,
1999
Bihar 1 Valmiki National Park 1990
Chhattisgarh 3 Indravati National Park,
Kanger Ghati National Park,
Guru Ghasidas (Sanjay) National Park
1982,
1982,
1981
Goa 1 Bhagwan Mahaveer Sanctuary and Mollem National Park 1978
Gujarat 5 Blackbuck National Park,
Gir Forest National Park,
Marine National Park,
Vansda National Park,
Velavadar Blackbuck National Park
1976,
1965,
1982,
1979,
1976
Haryana 2 Kalesar National Park,
Sultanpur National Park
2003,
1989
Himachal Pradesh 5 Great Himalayan National Park,
Inderkilla National Park,
Khirganga National Park,
Pin Valley National Park,
Simbalbara National Park
1984,
2010,
2010,
1987,
1958
Jammu and Kashmir 4 Dachigam National Park,
Hemis National Park,
Kishtwar National Park,
Salim Ali National Park
1981,
1981,
1981,
1992
Jharkhand 1 Betla National Park 1986
Karnataka 5 Anshi National Park,
Bandipur National Park,
Bannerghatta National Park,
Kudremukh National Park,
Nagarhole National Park
1987,
1974,
1974,
1987,
1988
Kerala 2 Eravikulam National Park,
Silent Valley National Park
1978,
1980
Ladakh 1 Hemis National Park 1981
Madhya Pradesh 10 Bandhavgarh National Park,
Fossil National Park,
Kanha National Park,
Madhav National Park,
Panna National Park,
Pench (Priyadarshini) National Park,
Sanjay National Park,
Satpura National Park,
Van Vihar National Park,
Mandla Plant Fossils National Park
1968,
1983,
1955,
1959,
1981,
1975,
1981,
1981,
1979,
1983
Maharashtra 6 Chandoli National Park,
Gugamal National Park,
Nagzira Wildlife Sanctuary,
Navegaon National Park,
Pench (Maharashtra) National Park,
Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve
2004,
1987,
1970,
1975,
1975,
1995
Manipur 1 Keibul Lamjao National Park 1977
Meghalaya 2 Balphakram National Park,
Nokrek National Park
1987,
1986
Mizoram 2 Murlen National Park,
Phawngpui Blue Mountain National Park
1991,
1992
Nagaland 1 Intanki National Park 1993
Odisha 2 Bhitarkanika National Park,
Simlipal National Park
1988,
1979
Punjab 3 Abohar Wildlife Sanctuary,
Bir Moti Bagh Wildlife Sanctuary,
Harike Wetland
2005,
1962,
1982
Rajasthan 5 Darrah National Park,
Desert National Park,
Keoladeo National Park,
Ranthambore National Park,
Sariska National Park
2004,
1980,
1982,
1980,
1955
Sikkim 1 Khangchendzonga National Park 1977
Tamil Nadu 5 Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park,
Guindy National Park,
Mudumalai National Park,
Mukurthi National Park,
Palani Hills National Park
1980,
1976,
1990,
2001,
2008
Telangana 3 Kasu Brahmananda Reddy National Park,
Mahavir Harina Vanasthali National Park,
Mrugavani National Park
1998,
1975,
1994
Tripura 1 Clouded Leopard National Park 2007
Uttar Pradesh 8 Dudhwa National Park,
Hastinapur Wildlife Sanctuary,
Kaimoor Wildlife Sanctuary,
Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary,
Mahavir Swami Wildlife Sanctuary,
Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary,
National Chambal Wildlife Sanctuary,
Sohagi Barwa Wildlife Sanctuary
1977,
1986,
1982,
1975,
1987,
1984,
1979,
1987
Uttarakhand 6 Gangotri National Park,
Govind Pashu Vihar Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park,
Jim Corbett National Park,
Nanda Devi National Park,
Rajaji National Park,
Valley of Flowers National Park
1989,
1990,
1936,
1982,
1983,
1982
West Bengal 6 Buxa Tiger Reserve,
Gorumara National Park,
Neora Valley National Park,
Singalila National Park,
Sunderban National Park,
Jaldapara National Park
1983,
1994 ,
1986,
1986,
1973,
2012

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