End to Maoists prompts Sunabeda to explore night-stay cottages outside sanctuary limits
With Maoist presence now absent in Nuapada district, Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary is exploring night-stay cottages outside its boundaries to boost tourism. Officials visited Similipal Tiger Reserve for insights into community-involved ecotourism, focusing on beautifying waterfalls and creating visitor amenities. Plans include developing facilities near Cherechua and constructing visitor-friendly roads.