Archive · 28 Jan 2026
Delhi Zoo to undergo major overhaul
The National Zoological Park in New Delhi is getting a big upgrade.
The government has approved Rs 400 crore for this project.
The zoo will get new entrances, better places for animals to live, and improved medical care for the animals.
There will also be changes to make it easier for people to visit, like better traffic flow and pedestrian paths.
A company called Reliance’s Greens Zoological Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre is helping with the plans.
The work is expected to start in February, but it still needs final approval from the government.
National Zoological Park in New Delhi to undergo extensive redevelopment with a Rs 400 crore budget.
Project includes redesigned entrances, improved traffic flow, reconstructed animal habitats, and expanded veterinary care.
Work scheduled to begin in February, pending final approval from the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
Reliance’s Greens Zoological Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre playing a significant advisory role in the project.
Funding to be drawn through the Delegated Investment Board, a government body that clears major public infrastructure investments.
- Who
- National Zoological Park, New Delhi
- What
- Major redevelopment and modernisation
- When
- Scheduled to begin in February (pending final approval)
- Where
- New Delhi, India
- Why
- To modernise facilities, improve visitor experience, and enhance animal care
- Location
- New Delhi
- Project Cost
- Rs 400 crore
- Expected Start Date
- February (pending approval)
- Key Advisor
- Reliance’s Greens Zoological Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre
- Approval Body
- Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
- Funding Mechanism
- Delegated Investment Board
- Key Improvements
- Redesigned entrances, improved traffic flow, reconstructed animal habitats, expanded veterinary care