I N T R O D U C T I O N
Bahinabai Choudhary Pranisangrahalay, previously known as Snake Park &Aviary, is a Small Zoo established by Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporationrecognized by the Central Zoo Authority.
It was inaugurated on 30th December 1989 and officially declared open to public on 1st Jan.1990.
This zoo has witnessed continuously increased visitorship since then.
LOCATION
A total 7.5-Acre land has been earmarked for this project.
It caters for the Twin City of Pimpri-Chinchwad and surrounding areas, developed mainly due to rapidurbanization and industrial growth. This township is extended towards north of Pune
City along the National Highway No.4, joining Pune and Mumbai.
The captive population of this city is around 17 Lakh.
This zoo is the only animal facility in the area.
It is situated towards 4 km. East from Akurdi town, 5 km. Northeast from Chinchwad
railway station, 7 km. West from Bhosari and 6 km north of Pimpri
The Zoo is a green island having more than 60 spp. of plants and roughly 5000sq. mt. of lawns and bushes.
Year Adults Children Total
2008 - 2009 1,82,221 64,059 2,46,280
2009- 2010 1,42,795 79,285 2,22,080
2010- 2011 1,67,856 66,489 2,34,345
Income during last three years:
2008 – 2009 Rs. 4,28,501/-
2009 – 2010 Rs. 3,64,875/-
2010 - 2011 Rs. 4,02,201/-
TRAINING
Zoo Keeper Training Programme was organized by the CZA at Kamla Nehru
Zoological Garden, Ahmedabad, between 03.12.2010 and 17.12.2010. The theme of the
training was Management of Birds Including Pheasants in Captivity. Mr. Madhukar
Karande & Mr. Vilas Mohal had attended the same.
MASTERPLAN COMMITTEE
Masterplan Committee has been formed to prepare a long term Masterplan of the
Zoo. The team consists of the following members.
Mr. Prakash Kadam Addl. Commissioner Chairman
Mr. Anil Khaire Zoo Director Member Secretary
Mrs. Mangala Kadam Corporator/ Ex. Mayor Member
Mr. Suresh Salunke Chief Garden Supdt. Member
Dr. Satish Gore Veterinary Officer Member
Mr. Y.L.P.Rao Conservator (Wildlife) Member
Dr. Anil Mahabal Joint Director (ZSI) Member
Dr. Rajendra Jagdale Director General (STP) Member
Mr. Bipul Chakrabarti Wildlife Biologist Member
Mr. Pankaj Jain Ecological Planner Member
Dr. M.S. Pradhan Senior Zoologist Member
Mr. Neelimkumar Khaire NGO Member
The final theme on Reptiles, Amphibians and Water Birds has been prepared and
is approved by the CZA.
A budget of Rs. 2 Crore has been sanctioned for the financial year 2011-12 for
the implementation of first phase of Master plan. This phase includes development of
Entrance Complex, Office Building, Compound Wall, Parking, Cloak Rooms and
Internal Roads. Similarly, provision of Rs. 1 Crore has been made for the extension to
the present zoo as DEER SAFARI PARK at Talawade. The Masterplan is undergoing a
review to incorporate revised and extension plans.
BIODIVERSITY STATUS OF PIMPRI CHINCHWAD
Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation had decided to the study the overall
status of the biodiversity of this area. Accordingly, a team of experts and eminent
scientists were appointed by the Science & Technology Park, University of Pune to
undertake area-wise surveys in the city and observe the various elements in different
habitats such as riverine system, Hillocks, Grasslands, Plantations and Gardens. Zoo
director was working as principle coordinator for this project. Final report has been
published.
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMES
A special lecture on Management of Birds in Captivity was delivered to theparticipants of the Ornithology Course, jointly organized by Abasaheb Garware Collegeand Ila Foundation, Pune.
The lecture delivered to newly joined security guards in the PCMC about the wildlife in PCMC and how to tackle the problem regarding the wildlife.
CELEBRATIONS
Nagapanchami Mahotsav was celebrated on 14th August 2010.
Differentcompetitions were organized for ladies like Traditional Cooking, Foogadi, Mehendi,Traditional Dress ups and Speech Competition, etc.
The competition was lead by Ex.Mayor and Corporator Mrs. Mangala Kadam. Mr. Yogesh Bahal, Hon. Mayor was theChief Guest.
This was part of the state wide celebration on occasion of Golden Jubilee
Year of the State of Maharashtra.
A series of different workshops and lectures were held in the Park on the occasion of Wildlife Week 2010. On 5th October, a workshop was held for snake-friends and wildlife enthusiasts in the city. Nearly 40 snake-friends participated in thisprogramme.
Dr. Satish Gore, Veterinary Officer, PCMC, Dr. Pawan Salve, MedicalOfficer, PCMC and Mr. Pravin Ladkat, Executive Engineer inaugurated this workshop.
The program was convened by Surendra Shelake. Dr. Mayri Panse, renowned wildlife film maker gave plenary talk on Effects of Climate Change on Biodiversity.
Dr. Pawan Salve discussed the sustainable lifestyle for conservation of biodiversity.
Mr. Anil
Khaire, Zoo Director spoke on Snake Diversity and Effect of Habitat Loss on Snakes.
He also guided on safe measures of rescuing snakes.
On the morning of 7th October, 50 students from Kamalnayan Bajaj High School participated in workshop on Climate Change and Biodiversity.
All the participants visited the zoo under guidance of Dipak Sawant and Priti Bangal followed by a talk on Climate Change and Biodiversity by Dipak.
Children were stunned to understand that their existence is dependant on biodiversity, and if they do not act today; their own children will have to see these animals in pictures only.
At the end, the students wereasked to prepare a drama, based on their learning of the day. Students performed this drama using material provided by the Zoo Outreach Organization.
In the afternoon session a group of 20 Special Students from Sai Sanskar Sanstha,Sambhaji Nagar visited the zoo.
Two teachers from the school Ms. Kavita Bhalerao and Ms.Vijaya Vichakule participated in the program.
Entire zoo staff assisted in successful coordination of all these events.
BREEDING
Total 28 babies were born to a Russell’s Viper on 30th June 2010 and 22 young ones were hatched out of two clutches of Indian Cobra on 7th July 2010.
[A] BIRDS
S.No. COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME M F U TOTAL
1 Budgerigar Melopsittacus undulates 7 7 8 22
2 Cockatiel Nimphicus hollandicus 5 5 2 12
3 Alexandrin Parakeet Psittacula eupatria 2 1 0 3
3 Roseringed Parakeet Psittacula krameri 2 3 0 5
4 Mottled Wood Owl Strix ocellata 1 0 1 2
5 White Eyed Buzzard Butaster teesa 0 1 0 1
6 Spotbill Duck Anas poecilorhyncha 2 2 0 4
7 Shikra Accipiter badius 0 0 2 2
9 Barn Owl Tyto alba 1 1 2 4
10 Pariah Kite Milvus migrans 0 0 6 6
11 Indian Peafowl Pavo cristatus 3 4 4 11
Total 23 24 25 72
[B] MAMMALS
Sr.
No.
COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME M F U TOTAL
1 Panther Panthera pardus 1 1 0 2
2 Bonnet Macaque Macaca radiata 1 5 0 6
3 Rhesus Macaque Macaca mulata 2 1 0 3
TOTAL 4 7 0 11
STOCK POSITION
Acquisition Death Disposal Stock as on the close of the current year
Mammals 12 00 03 01 03 11
Birds 68 04 05 04 01 72
Reptiles 66 50 38 00 87 67
TOTAL 146 00 70 03 64 146
<br /><br />
AIMS & OBJECTIVES OF THE ZOO
1. To educate the students and visitors about importance of wildlife and emphasize
the need for conservation of nature and natural resources.
2. To rescue the snakes, birds and sometimes other animals that enter into human
habitation and release them back in the wild.
3. To undertake breeding programmes of different snake species and release the
offspring back into the declining population areas.
4. To organize guided tours for school children and provide necessary information
lectures, demonstrations, slide shows and related printed material.
5. To disseminate the current information on Biodiversity amongst the general public.
HEALTH, HYGIENE AND SAFETY MEASURES
- Food and drinking water is examined daily.
- De-worming and vaccination is done quarterly.
? De-beaking and nail cutting of birds is being undertaken every two months.
- Perching is being repaired regularly.
- Animal waste is recycled to produce compost.
- Lawns, flowering beds etc. are grown on bio-compost instead of chemicals.
- Cage Resting and disinfection is done as per requirement.
- Exhibit furnishings are modified annually and/or changed whenever necessary.
- Heat convectors, Air coolers, Humidifiers and Air conditioners are used during climatic extremities.
-Volunteers and staff control the vandalism.
.This zoo contains some of the most beautifull animals.Some of them are-COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME M F U TOTAL
1 Common Cobra Naja n. naja 2 2 4 8
2 Russell’s Viper Vipera russelli 2 2 3 7
3 Indian Python Python molurus 1 1 0 2
4 Dhaman Ptyas mucosus 2 3 8 13
5 Checkered Keelback Xenochrophis piscator 3 3 0 6
6 Marsh Crocodile Crocodylus palustris 1 1 1 3
7 Soft-shelled Turtle Lissemys punctata 0 0 0 0
8 Trinket Elaphe helena 1 2 0 3
9 Sand Boa Eryx conicus 1 2 1 4
10 Earth Boa Eryx johni 1 1 0 2
11 Racer Argerogena fasciolatus 1 1 0 2
12 Wolf Snake Lycodon aulicus 1 1 0 2
13 Grass Snake Macropisthodon
plumbicolor 1 1 0 2
14 Starred Tortoise Geochelone elegans 3 4 0 7
15 Common Krait Bungarus caerulius 1 1 0 2
16 Wall’s Sind Krait Bungarus sindanus, walli 0 2 0 2
17 Bamboo Pit Viper Trimersurus gramenus 0 0 2 2
TOTAL 21 27 19 67.
Timings. Entry fees-VISITORS
The zoo remains closed for visitors on every Tuesday. It is open to the public
from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. It is extended during summer
vacation from 10:30 am to 7.00 pm.
Entry Fee Adults : Rs. 2:00 (Two Rupees).
Children : Re. 1:00 (One Rupee).
Bahinabai Choudhary Pranisangrahalay, previously known as Snake Park &Aviary, is a Small Zoo established by Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporationrecognized by the Central Zoo Authority.
It was inaugurated on 30th December 1989 and officially declared open to public on 1st Jan.1990.
This zoo has witnessed continuously increased visitorship since then.
LOCATION
A total 7.5-Acre land has been earmarked for this project.
It caters for the Twin City of Pimpri-Chinchwad and surrounding areas, developed mainly due to rapidurbanization and industrial growth. This township is extended towards north of Pune
City along the National Highway No.4, joining Pune and Mumbai.
The captive population of this city is around 17 Lakh.
This zoo is the only animal facility in the area.
It is situated towards 4 km. East from Akurdi town, 5 km. Northeast from Chinchwad
railway station, 7 km. West from Bhosari and 6 km north of Pimpri
The Zoo is a green island having more than 60 spp. of plants and roughly 5000sq. mt. of lawns and bushes.
Year Adults Children Total
2008 - 2009 1,82,221 64,059 2,46,280
2009- 2010 1,42,795 79,285 2,22,080
2010- 2011 1,67,856 66,489 2,34,345
Income during last three years:
2008 – 2009 Rs. 4,28,501/-
2009 – 2010 Rs. 3,64,875/-
2010 - 2011 Rs. 4,02,201/-
TRAINING
Zoo Keeper Training Programme was organized by the CZA at Kamla Nehru
Zoological Garden, Ahmedabad, between 03.12.2010 and 17.12.2010. The theme of the
training was Management of Birds Including Pheasants in Captivity. Mr. Madhukar
Karande & Mr. Vilas Mohal had attended the same.
MASTERPLAN COMMITTEE
Masterplan Committee has been formed to prepare a long term Masterplan of the
Zoo. The team consists of the following members.
Mr. Prakash Kadam Addl. Commissioner Chairman
Mr. Anil Khaire Zoo Director Member Secretary
Mrs. Mangala Kadam Corporator/ Ex. Mayor Member
Mr. Suresh Salunke Chief Garden Supdt. Member
Dr. Satish Gore Veterinary Officer Member
Mr. Y.L.P.Rao Conservator (Wildlife) Member
Dr. Anil Mahabal Joint Director (ZSI) Member
Dr. Rajendra Jagdale Director General (STP) Member
Mr. Bipul Chakrabarti Wildlife Biologist Member
Mr. Pankaj Jain Ecological Planner Member
Dr. M.S. Pradhan Senior Zoologist Member
Mr. Neelimkumar Khaire NGO Member
The final theme on Reptiles, Amphibians and Water Birds has been prepared and
is approved by the CZA.
A budget of Rs. 2 Crore has been sanctioned for the financial year 2011-12 for
the implementation of first phase of Master plan. This phase includes development of
Entrance Complex, Office Building, Compound Wall, Parking, Cloak Rooms and
Internal Roads. Similarly, provision of Rs. 1 Crore has been made for the extension to
the present zoo as DEER SAFARI PARK at Talawade. The Masterplan is undergoing a
review to incorporate revised and extension plans.
BIODIVERSITY STATUS OF PIMPRI CHINCHWAD
Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation had decided to the study the overall
status of the biodiversity of this area. Accordingly, a team of experts and eminent
scientists were appointed by the Science & Technology Park, University of Pune to
undertake area-wise surveys in the city and observe the various elements in different
habitats such as riverine system, Hillocks, Grasslands, Plantations and Gardens. Zoo
director was working as principle coordinator for this project. Final report has been
published.
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMES
A special lecture on Management of Birds in Captivity was delivered to theparticipants of the Ornithology Course, jointly organized by Abasaheb Garware Collegeand Ila Foundation, Pune.
The lecture delivered to newly joined security guards in the PCMC about the wildlife in PCMC and how to tackle the problem regarding the wildlife.
CELEBRATIONS
Nagapanchami Mahotsav was celebrated on 14th August 2010.
Differentcompetitions were organized for ladies like Traditional Cooking, Foogadi, Mehendi,Traditional Dress ups and Speech Competition, etc.
The competition was lead by Ex.Mayor and Corporator Mrs. Mangala Kadam. Mr. Yogesh Bahal, Hon. Mayor was theChief Guest.
This was part of the state wide celebration on occasion of Golden Jubilee
Year of the State of Maharashtra.
A series of different workshops and lectures were held in the Park on the occasion of Wildlife Week 2010. On 5th October, a workshop was held for snake-friends and wildlife enthusiasts in the city. Nearly 40 snake-friends participated in thisprogramme.
Dr. Satish Gore, Veterinary Officer, PCMC, Dr. Pawan Salve, MedicalOfficer, PCMC and Mr. Pravin Ladkat, Executive Engineer inaugurated this workshop.
The program was convened by Surendra Shelake. Dr. Mayri Panse, renowned wildlife film maker gave plenary talk on Effects of Climate Change on Biodiversity.
Dr. Pawan Salve discussed the sustainable lifestyle for conservation of biodiversity.
Mr. Anil
Khaire, Zoo Director spoke on Snake Diversity and Effect of Habitat Loss on Snakes.
He also guided on safe measures of rescuing snakes.
On the morning of 7th October, 50 students from Kamalnayan Bajaj High School participated in workshop on Climate Change and Biodiversity.
All the participants visited the zoo under guidance of Dipak Sawant and Priti Bangal followed by a talk on Climate Change and Biodiversity by Dipak.
Children were stunned to understand that their existence is dependant on biodiversity, and if they do not act today; their own children will have to see these animals in pictures only.
At the end, the students wereasked to prepare a drama, based on their learning of the day. Students performed this drama using material provided by the Zoo Outreach Organization.
In the afternoon session a group of 20 Special Students from Sai Sanskar Sanstha,Sambhaji Nagar visited the zoo.
Two teachers from the school Ms. Kavita Bhalerao and Ms.Vijaya Vichakule participated in the program.
Entire zoo staff assisted in successful coordination of all these events.
BREEDING
Total 28 babies were born to a Russell’s Viper on 30th June 2010 and 22 young ones were hatched out of two clutches of Indian Cobra on 7th July 2010.
[A] BIRDS
S.No. COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME M F U TOTAL
1 Budgerigar Melopsittacus undulates 7 7 8 22
2 Cockatiel Nimphicus hollandicus 5 5 2 12
3 Alexandrin Parakeet Psittacula eupatria 2 1 0 3
3 Roseringed Parakeet Psittacula krameri 2 3 0 5
4 Mottled Wood Owl Strix ocellata 1 0 1 2
5 White Eyed Buzzard Butaster teesa 0 1 0 1
6 Spotbill Duck Anas poecilorhyncha 2 2 0 4
7 Shikra Accipiter badius 0 0 2 2
9 Barn Owl Tyto alba 1 1 2 4
10 Pariah Kite Milvus migrans 0 0 6 6
11 Indian Peafowl Pavo cristatus 3 4 4 11
Total 23 24 25 72
[B] MAMMALS
Sr.
No.
COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME M F U TOTAL
1 Panther Panthera pardus 1 1 0 2
2 Bonnet Macaque Macaca radiata 1 5 0 6
3 Rhesus Macaque Macaca mulata 2 1 0 3
TOTAL 4 7 0 11
STOCK POSITION
Acquisition Death Disposal Stock as on the close of the current year
Mammals 12 00 03 01 03 11
Birds 68 04 05 04 01 72
Reptiles 66 50 38 00 87 67
TOTAL 146 00 70 03 64 146
<br /><br />
AIMS & OBJECTIVES OF THE ZOO
1. To educate the students and visitors about importance of wildlife and emphasize
the need for conservation of nature and natural resources.
2. To rescue the snakes, birds and sometimes other animals that enter into human
habitation and release them back in the wild.
3. To undertake breeding programmes of different snake species and release the
offspring back into the declining population areas.
4. To organize guided tours for school children and provide necessary information
lectures, demonstrations, slide shows and related printed material.
5. To disseminate the current information on Biodiversity amongst the general public.
HEALTH, HYGIENE AND SAFETY MEASURES
- Food and drinking water is examined daily.
- De-worming and vaccination is done quarterly.
? De-beaking and nail cutting of birds is being undertaken every two months.
- Perching is being repaired regularly.
- Animal waste is recycled to produce compost.
- Lawns, flowering beds etc. are grown on bio-compost instead of chemicals.
- Cage Resting and disinfection is done as per requirement.
- Exhibit furnishings are modified annually and/or changed whenever necessary.
- Heat convectors, Air coolers, Humidifiers and Air conditioners are used during climatic extremities.
-Volunteers and staff control the vandalism.
.This zoo contains some of the most beautifull animals.Some of them are-COMMON NAME SCIENTIFIC NAME M F U TOTAL
1 Common Cobra Naja n. naja 2 2 4 8
2 Russell’s Viper Vipera russelli 2 2 3 7
3 Indian Python Python molurus 1 1 0 2
4 Dhaman Ptyas mucosus 2 3 8 13
5 Checkered Keelback Xenochrophis piscator 3 3 0 6
6 Marsh Crocodile Crocodylus palustris 1 1 1 3
7 Soft-shelled Turtle Lissemys punctata 0 0 0 0
8 Trinket Elaphe helena 1 2 0 3
9 Sand Boa Eryx conicus 1 2 1 4
10 Earth Boa Eryx johni 1 1 0 2
11 Racer Argerogena fasciolatus 1 1 0 2
12 Wolf Snake Lycodon aulicus 1 1 0 2
13 Grass Snake Macropisthodon
plumbicolor 1 1 0 2
14 Starred Tortoise Geochelone elegans 3 4 0 7
15 Common Krait Bungarus caerulius 1 1 0 2
16 Wall’s Sind Krait Bungarus sindanus, walli 0 2 0 2
17 Bamboo Pit Viper Trimersurus gramenus 0 0 2 2
TOTAL 21 27 19 67.
Timings. Entry fees-VISITORS
The zoo remains closed for visitors on every Tuesday. It is open to the public
from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. It is extended during summer
vacation from 10:30 am to 7.00 pm.
Entry Fee Adults : Rs. 2:00 (Two Rupees).
Children : Re. 1:00 (One Rupee).
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