Mysuru/Mysore: As a precautionary measure to contain the COVID-19 spread, the Zoo Authority of Karnataka (ZAK) has ordered shut down of Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens (Mysuru Zoo) and Karanji Lake Nature Park in city for nine days from today (Mar.15) till Mar.23. The ZAK Has also ordered closure of Bannerghatta National Park at Bengaluru and Zoos at Shivamogga, Gadag, Chitradurga, Belagavi, Kalaburagi, Hampi and Anagodu.
Mysuru Zoo Director Ajit M. Kulkarni said that the Zoo and Karanji Lake Nature Park will remain closed till Mar.23 as per the direction from the Forest Minister and the order of the Member-Secretary, ZAK, Mysuru.
