‘Banning private cars in Karhandla, Sillari must not be an exercise in regulation’

Nagpur: The decision to ban private jeeps and cars for jungle safaris in Umred-Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary ( UKWS ) and Sillari in Pench has evoked mixed reactions, with most of the conservationists welcoming it but also sounding a note of caution that making Gypsys mandatory should not become an exercise in regulating tourism. From July 1, no private cars will be allowed for safari in Umred-Karhandla and Sillari. The move aims to provide livelihood to local people, who have procured Gypsys looking at the tourism boost at both Sillari and Karhandla. "If you look at the evidence, nuisance of overcrowding in private cars is more. This happens with people who are educated and rich. Bringing...