Archive · 28 Oct 2025
Kerala CM Inaugurates 336-Acre Thrissur Zoological Park
Imagine a giant new park opening up where you can see many different kinds of animals in homes that look like where they really live!
This park is very big, as big as 336 football fields.
It has special areas that look like forests, deserts, and other nature spots.
The leaders of the state opened it, saying it's not just for fun but also to teach everyone about saving animals and nature.
They spent a lot of money to build it, and they made sure to be careful with the environment during construction.
It's hoped this park will help people learn and also bring visitors to the area, making it a special place for everyone to enjoy.
The Thrissur Zoological Park, spanning 336 acres, was inaugurated by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.
The park features 23 animal habitats and seven ecological zones designed to mimic natural environments.
CM Vijayan highlighted the park's role in conservation education and sustainable development practices.
The project was funded by the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB) with an investment of Rs 341 crore.
Officials stated the zoo aims to be a major tourist attraction, placing Kerala on the global tourism map and promoting human-wildlife harmony.
- Who
- Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, Revenue Minister K Rajan, Forest Minister A K Saseendran, Higher Education and Social Justice Minister R Bindu
- What
- Inauguration of the Thrissur Zoological Park
- When
- Tuesday, October 28
- Where
- Puthur, Thrissur, Kerala
- Why
- To provide a facility for understanding nature, conservation, learning, and recreation, and to boost tourism.
Zoos as Conservation Hubs
Zoos for Education and Recreation
Purpose of Zoos
Zoos as Conservation Hubs
Zoos are essential for understanding nature and the importance of conservation.
Zoos for Education and Recreation
Zoos offer opportunities for learning and recreation, bringing people closer to nature.
Development and Environment
Zoos as Conservation Hubs
The park demonstrates that development can coexist with conservation through sustainable practices like water reuse and replanting trees.
Zoos for Education and Recreation
The park's design focuses on replicating natural surroundings and integrating modern amenities for visitors.
- Location
- Puthur, Thrissur, Kerala
- Area
- 336 acres
- Cost
- Rs 341 crore
- Funding Source
- Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB)
- Features
- 23 animal habitats, 7 ecological zones
- Inauguration Date
- Tuesday, October 28