Thrissur: In a major boost to Kerala’s eco-tourism landscape, Puthur Zoological Park will officially open its gates to the public on February 28, Revenue Minister K. Rajan announced. The inaugural public entry will begin at 8 am in the presence of Forest Minister A. K. Saseendran, other ministers, and public representatives. Spread across multiple naturalistic Read More…
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India’s First “Design Zoo” Opens in Thrissur: A 336-Acre Wildlife Wonderland Redefining Zoo Experience
Thrissur: A new chapter in India’s wildlife heritage begins today as Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurates the Puthur Zoological Park in Thrissur — the country’s first design-based zoo, which also stands as Asia’s second-largest and Kerala’s first zoological park. Developed at a cost of ₹337 crore — including ₹331 crore from KIIFB and ₹40 crore Read More…
Kerala & Karnataka Join Hands to Build India’s First Designer Zoo in Thrissur
Kerala and Karnataka have signed an agreement to transfer key animal species and share technical expertise for the development of Thrissur Zoological Park at Puthur — India’s first “designer zoo.” During a high-level meeting in Bengaluru, Kerala Forest Minister A.K. Saseendran and Karnataka Forest Minister Eshwar Khandre finalized the deal, which will bring iconic wildlife Read More…


