The Amrabad Tiger Reserve is shut down for visitors starting from July 1 to September 30, following the guidelines issued by the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), a press note from the Forest Department informed.A statement from the Field Director, Amrabad Tiger Reserve, informed that the closure guidelines are to facilitate conservation efforts and on matters pertaining to disease outbreaks and safety. As per the Tiger Conservation Plan, the reserve is to be closed every year during monsoons, in order to maintain the ecological systems and conservation.Monsoon season is crucial for breeding cycles of many wildlife species, including tigers. Closing the core area allows wildlife to mate, breed and nurture their young without disturbance. Also, the closure provides the authorities an opportunity to repair infrastructure damaged by the monsoon and to prepare for the upcoming tourist season.The reserve will reopen for tourists on October 1, 2025, the note said.Published - July 02, 2025 12:54 am IST