Archive · 30 Jan 2026
Mobile Phones Banned in Ranthambore Safari
Tourists visiting Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan are no longer allowed to use mobile phones during safari tours.
The Forest Department has imposed this ban to protect the wildlife and prevent disturbances to their natural behavior.
The Supreme Court has directed authorities to prohibit activities like making noise, filming, and taking selfies during safaris.
This ban aims to ensure a safer and more natural experience for both the wildlife and the tourists.
Earlier, there was a ban on mobile phone usage by safari guides and drivers, but it was withdrawn due to protests.
Now, the restriction is strictly enforced under Supreme Court directives.
Mobile phones banned during safari tours in Ranthambore National Park.
Ban imposed by the Forest Department under Supreme Court guidelines.
Aims to protect wildlife and prevent disturbances to their natural behavior.
Prohibits activities like making noise, filming, and taking selfies.
Promotes responsible tourism and ensures a safer experience for both wildlife and tourists.
- Who
- Tourists visiting Ranthambore National Park
- What
- Ban on mobile phone usage during safari tours
- When
- Immediately, under Supreme Court guidelines
- Where
- Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan
- Why
- To protect wildlife, prevent disturbance, and preserve the natural environment
- Location
- Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan
- Reason for Ban
- Protect wildlife, prevent disturbance, preserve forest peace
- Authorities Involved
- Forest Department, Supreme Court
- Previous Ban
- Earlier restricted to guides and drivers, later withdrawn
- Current Enforcement
- Strictly enforced under Supreme Court directives
- Impact on Tourism
- Promotes responsible tourism and safer experiences