Delhi Zoo Reopen Date: The National Zoological Park in Delhi, also called Delhi Zoo has been closed to visitors for almost two months because of suspected bird flu (H5N1). Authorities are still unsure when it will reopen because the latest investigation report has not come yet.
Officials collected a new set of samples on October 15. Even after more than ten days, the test report has not been released. This delay has made it unclear when tourists will be allowed to enter the zoo. Zoo authorities said that reopening can only happen after all test results show that there is no bird flu. While the first two reports gave some relief the delay in the latest report has caused more uncertainty.
Last week, a hyena died in the Delhi Zoo, which worried many people. Officials have said that the hyena’s death is not related to bird flu. A veterinary team collected samples from the hyena to run proper tests.
Delhi Zoo Director Dr Sanjeet Kumar said, “Authorities will decide the next course of action once the latest report is received. If the bird flu results are negative, reopening for tourists could occur in the first week of November.” He added that if the virus is detected, the zoo will remain closed reported ETV Bharat.
Officials also said that they are taking all necessary safety steps. These include regular cleaning, monitoring the birds, and following safety protocols for the staff.
The first case of bird flu at Delhi Zoo was confirmed on August 28, after several birds died in unusual circumstances. Tourist entry was stopped from August 30.
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After that the authorities collected samples and tested birds in the zoo and nearby areas according to wildlife protection rules. The NCR wildlife department collected samples twice earlier, and both tests were negative. As a safety measure a third sample was sent to the National Institute of High Security Animal Diseases (NIHSAD) in Bhopal. The result of this test is still pending and the Zoo officials said they will decide about reopening only after getting this report.
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