Melghat Tiger Reserve landscape
Melghat Tiger Reserve RULES & REGULATIONS

Enter the forest responsibly.

The forest has its own rules.

Stay Quiet Do not create unnecessary noise.
Observe Wildlife Watch without disturbing animals.
Leave No Trace Take all waste back with you.
Follow Instructions Listen to forest officials.

Wildlife Protection Act, 1972.

The Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 provides the principal legal framework for the protection of wild animals, birds and plants and for matters connected with protected areas and wildlife conservation in India.

01

Protection of wildlife

Hunting and unlawful activities involving protected wildlife are prohibited except where specifically permitted under law.

02

Protected areas

National parks, sanctuaries and tiger reserves are subject to specific protection and management provisions.

03

Wildlife offences

Unauthorised hunting, possession, transport or trade involving protected wildlife may attract legal action.

04

Follow protected-area rules

Visitors must comply with applicable permit conditions and directions issued by authorised forest officials.

This is a visitor-friendly summary. Refer to applicable legislation and official notifications for exact legal provisions.

Wildlife offences have consequences.

Hunting & wildlife offences

Unlawful hunting or offences involving protected wildlife can attract serious legal consequences.

SERIOUS OFFENCE

Illegal possession or trade

Unlawful possession, transport or trade of wildlife articles may result in prosecution.

LEGAL ACTION

Permit violations

Visitors who violate permit conditions or protected area rules may face action under applicable rules.

RULE VIOLATION

Environmental damage

Activities that damage habitat or disturb wildlife may be subject to applicable legal provisions.

PROTECTED AREA

Protect the wild. Respect the rules.

Visitors are expected to follow applicable wildlife protection laws and protected-area regulations.

DO'S

What you should do

Carry your valid permit and required ID.
Follow instructions given by forest officials.
Maintain a safe and respectful distance from wildlife.
Remain inside designated safari routes and vehicles.
Keep the forest clean and carry waste back with you.
DON'TS

What you should avoid

Do not hunt, harm, feed or disturb wildlife.
Do not carry or possess wildlife articles unlawfully.
Do not enter restricted areas without permission.
Do not litter, pollute or damage the forest.
Do not create unnecessary noise or disturb animals.