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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