Sukhna Lake Wildlife Sanctuary, Protected wildlife area in Chandigarh, India.
The sanctuary spans 2600 hectares of wooded terrain and shrublands at the foothills of the Shivalik Hills, containing multiple water bodies and diverse vegetation.
Established in 1986, the sanctuary emerged from conservation efforts around Sukhna Lake, which was created in 1958 through the diversion of Sukhna Choe stream.
The sanctuary functions as an educational center where visitors learn about local wildlife through guided tours and nature observation programs.
Entry requires permits from the Forest Department Office, with visits limited to 200 people daily between 6 AM and 6 PM through Kansal and Nepli gates.
The reserve maintains one of India's largest populations of sambar deer and provides shelter to over 150 bird species throughout different seasons.
Location: Chandigarh
Inception: 1986
GPS coordinates: 30.77570,76.85120
Latest update: May 13, 2025 02:13
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