Current Affairs - State - Discussion

The Punjab Government, under Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has announced plans to develop Nangal into a major tourist hub and transform Jhajjar Bachauli Wildlife Sanctuary into Punjab’s first leopard safari destination. These projects are part of the ‘Badalda Punjab’ Budget 2025-26, with a ₹10 crore initial investment for Nangal. The initiatives aim to boost tourism, promote wildlife conservation, enhance eco-tourism, create employment opportunities, and preserve Punjab’s cultural heritage. The development of these sites reflects Punjab’s commitment to sustainable tourism and biodiversity conservation.