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Bagdara Wildlife Sanctuary

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The Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife (SC-NBWL) has asked the Madhya Pradesh Government to explore alternative areas for compensatory notification while considering the proposed denotification of Bagdara Wildlife Sanctuary.

Location and Establishment

Bagdara Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Sidhi and Singrauli districts of Madhya Pradesh. It covers approximately 478 sq. km. and was established in 1978 primarily for the conservation of blackbuck and other wildlife.

Geographical Features

The Son River forms the southern boundary of the sanctuary. The area also contains natural caves and rock shelters, which add to its ecological and geological significance.

Vegetation and Flora

Bagdara is characterised by very dense dry deciduous mixed forests. Important vegetation includes teak, lendia, khair, dhawda and tendu, along with mango groves, orchids and gigantic creepers.

Wildlife

The sanctuary supports a diverse range of fauna, including tiger, panther, blackbuck, chinkara, cheetal, sambar, deer, wild boar and hyena. It also supports an incredible diversity of bird species.

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