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Pench Tiger Reserve: Maharashtra’s Gateway to Stargazing and India’s Inaugural Dark Sky Park

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Pench Tiger Reserve: Maharashtra’s Gateway to Stargazing and India’s Inaugural Dark Sky Park
Pench Tiger Reserve, located straddling Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra, is set to become a Dark Sky Park, enhancing its appeal for stargazing while promoting environmental sustainability and eco-tourism. Known for its rich biodiversity and inspiration for Rudyard Kipling’s “The Jungle Book,” the reserve’s minimal artificial lighting makes it an ideal location for clear, starry nights. The designation as a Dark Sky Park aligns with global efforts to reduce light pollution and preserve natural darkness. Benefits include increased tourism from amateur astronomers and photographers, educational opportunities about astronomy, and community economic gains. Initiatives such as installing shielded lights and organizing stargazing events are underway, positioning Pench as a model for other parks in protecting the night sky for future generations.
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https://www.mypunepulse.com/pench-tiger-reserve-maharashtras-gateway-to-the-stars-and-indias-first-dark-sky-park/

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