Odisha’s Similipal Tiger Reserve (STR) reopened for tourists yesterday after Cyclone Dana led to a temporary closure. The reserve, part of Similipal National Park, had been inaccessible since October 23 due to severe weather conditions and damage. Currently, visitors can only access STR through the Jashipur (Kalikaprashad) gate, with the Pithabata gate remaining closed until road repairs are complete.
Cyclone Dana made landfall in Odisha on October 25, causing extensive rainfall and road damage, particularly in the Pithabata region. Officials confirmed that once repairs are finalised, access through Pithabata will resume. Visitors are advised to check the official STR website for updates on this entry point.
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