Archive · 19 Jan 2026
Amrabad Tiger Reserve Facilities Under Scrutiny
A visitor to the Amrabad Tiger Reserve in Telangana, India, shared a video on social media saying the trip was not worth it because of poor facilities.
The visitor mentioned that there was no drinking water, toilets were not working, and the safari was expensive.
They also said that the railings at a viewpoint were broken, which could be dangerous.
The officials from the reserve said they are working on improving the facilities and that they have seen more tigers recently.
They also mentioned that the safari will be closed for a few days in January for a wildlife census.
The officials are planning to add more toilets, drinking water points, and other amenities to make the visit better for everyone.
Visitor Hyndavi Pandem criticized Amrabad Tiger Reserve for poor facilities and high safari charges.
ATR officials acknowledged facilities are a work in progress and highlighted improved tiger sightings.
Planned infrastructure includes bio-toilets, drinking water facilities, and gate renovations.
Safari operations will be closed from January 20-25 for the All India Tiger Estimation 2026.
Local Chenchu tribe members are employed as drivers and nature guides for safari operations.
- Who
- Visitor Hyndavi Pandem, ATR officials, Chenchu tribe
- What
- Debate over visitor facilities and safety at Amrabad Tiger Reserve
- When
- Ongoing, with safari closure from January 20-25
- Where
- Amrabad Tiger Reserve, Telangana
- Why
- Visitor complaints about poor facilities and high charges
- Visitor Complaints
- Lack of basic amenities, high safari charges, safety concerns
- ATR Response
- Facilities are a work in progress, improved tiger sightings
- Safari Charges
- Rs 3,000 for vehicles, Rs 200 extra for guides
- Infrastructure Plans
- Renovation of gates, bio-toilets, drinking water facilities
- Wildlife Welfare
- Solar-powered borewells, water holes for animals
- Safari Closure
- January 20-25 for All India Tiger Estimation 2026