Nandankanan Zoological Park Achieves Record-Breaking Footfall and Revenue
Nandankanan Zoological Park in Odisha has recorded an unprecedented 39.52 lakh visitors in the 2024-25 financial year. The zoo authorities confirmed this milestone today.
A historic revenue of Rs 25.37 crore has been generated from various sources. This is the highest-ever collection in the zoo’s history.
According to the data, 37.71 lakh people visited the zoo, while 1.80 lakh explored the nearby State Botanical Garden. Among them, 32.32 lakh were adults, 7.19 lakh were children, and 793 were foreign nationals.
The revenue of Rs 16.35 crore has been collected from entry fees and related charges. Additionally, Rs 5.87 crore has been earned from outsourced facilities. The ‘Adopt an Animal Programme’ contributed Rs 3.15 crore to the total earnings.
Meanwhile, the zoo authorities have announced revised visiting hours. From April 1 to September 30, the zoo will remain open from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM on all working days.
With this achievement, Nandankanan Zoological Park continues to strengthen its position as a premier wildlife destination in India.
