| Key Event/Highlight | Details |
|---|---|
| Ratapani Tiger Reserve Renaming | Named after Vishnu Shridhar Wakankar, a renowned archaeologist. |
| Vishnu Shridhar Wakankar | Discovered Bhimbetka Rock Shelters; awarded Padma Shri (1975). |
| Bhimbetka Rock Shelters | UNESCO World Heritage Site; significant in prehistoric human history. |
| Ratapani Tiger Reserve | 8th tiger reserve in Madhya Pradesh; 57th in India. |
| Biodiversity | Home to tigers, leopards, sloth bears, and diverse flora. |
| Legal Status | Notified under Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. |
| Location | Situated in Raisen and Sehore districts, near Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. |
| Expected Impact | Boost eco-tourism, increase public awareness, and gain international recognition. |
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