Chhatbir Zoo Roars with Record Crowds

Chhatbir Zoo, a major family attraction, has welcomed over 3.71 lakh visitors between January and August of 2026. This surge in popularity underscores its role as a key recreational and educational site. The Punjab forest and wildlife preservation department reported the highest visitor numbers in June, with nearly 72,000 people visiting the Mahendra Chaudhary Zoological Park.

Officials attribute this increased footfall to growing public interest in wildlife conservation and the introduction of new attractions. These include the nation's largest walk-in aviary, offering an immersive bird-watching experience, and a state-of-the-art dinosaur park, which has particularly captivated families and students. The zoo's ongoing conservation initiatives further enhance its appeal.

The zoo's strategic location on the Chandigarh-Patiala highway near Zirakpur positions it for continued success. Authorities anticipate strong visitor numbers to persist, reflecting a broader engagement with wildlife and conservation efforts in the region. The positive trend highlights the success of visitor-focused strategies and conservation awareness campaigns.