J&K: Dachigam National Park closed to visitors during Hangul rutting season

Srinagar, Oct 12 (UNI) Entry into Dachigam National Park has been suspended during October to protect the endangered Kashmiri stag, Hangul, from disturbance during its ecologically sensitive rutting season. According to an order permission to enter the national park has been suspended till October 31. The order was issued following a recommendation from the Wildlife Warden, Central Division, Srinagar, which was endorsed by the Regional Wildlife Warden, Kashmir Region. The month long restriction applies to all visitors, tourists and other persons, except those engaged in essential departmental duties, wildlife protection and management operations, emergencies, or activities specifically authorised by the…