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National Parks in India State Wise (106 Parks List)

India currently has 106 National Parks, spread across different states and union territories, protecting diverse ecosystems from the Himalayas to coastal regions. These parks play a crucial role in conserving wildlife such as tigers, elephants, rhinos, and endemic species.

What are National Parks?

National Parks are protected areas where wildlife, flora, and the natural environment are fully protected. Human activities like hunting, logging, and agriculture are prohibited.

Their primary objectives are:

  • Conservation of rare and endangered species
  • Protection of natural ecosystems
  • Maintenance of ecological balance

State-wise list of National Parks in India

1. Madhya Pradesh (Highest number of National Parks – 10)

  1. Kanha National Park
  2. Bandhavgarh National Park
  3. Pench National Park
  4. Satpura National Park
  5. Madhav National Park
  6. Van Vihar National Park
  7. Panna National Park
  8. Sanjay National Park
  9. Kuno National Park
  10. Ghughua Fossil National Park

Madhya Pradesh is known as the "Tiger State."

2. Andaman and Nicobar Islands (9 National Parks)

  1. Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park
  2. Mount Manipur National Park
  3. Rani Jhansi Marine National Park
  4. Saddle Peak National Park
  5. North Button Island National Park
  6. Middle Button Island National Park
  7. South Button Island National Park
  8. Campbell Bay National Park
  9. Galathea National Park

These islands have coral reefs and marine species like turtles and dugongs.

3. Assam (7 National Parks)

  1. Kaziranga National Park
  2. Manas National Park
  3. Nameri National Park
  4. Orang National Park
  5. Dibru-Saikhowa National Park
  6. Dehing Patkai National Park
  7. Raimona National Park

Kaziranga is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for the one-horned rhinoceros.

4. Uttarakhand (6 National Parks)

  1. Jim Corbett National Park (India's first national park, 1936)
  2. Rajaji National Park
  3. Nanda Devi National Park
  4. Valley of Flowers National Park
  5. Gangotri National Park
  6. Govind National Park

5. Maharashtra (6 National Parks)

  1. Sanjay Gandhi National Park
  2. Tadoba National Park
  3. Gugamal National Park
  4. Chandoli National Park
  5. Navegaon National Park
  6. Pench (Jawaharlal Nehru) National Park (Partial)

6. Kerala (6 National Parks)

  1. Periyar National Park
  2. Eravikulam National Park
  3. Silent Valley National Park
  4. Anamudi Shola National Park
  5. Pampadum Shola National Park
  6. Mathikettan Shola National Park

7. West Bengal (6 National Parks)

  1. Sundarbans National Park
  2. Jaldapara National Park
  3. Gorumara National Park
  4. Buxa National Park
  5. Singalila National Park
  6. Neora Valley National Park

8. Karnataka (5 National Parks)

  1. Bandipur National Park
  2. Nagarhole National Park
  3. Bannerghatta National Park
  4. Kudremukh National Park
  5. Anshi National Park

9. Tamil Nadu (5 National Parks)

  1. Mudumalai National Park
  2. Guindy National Park
  3. Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park
  4. Mukurthi National Park
  5. Indira Gandhi (Anamalai) National Park

10. Rajasthan (5 National Parks)

  1. Ranthambore National Park
  2. Sariska National Park
  3. Keoladeo (Bharatpur) National Park
  4. Mukundra Hills National Park
  5. Desert National Park

11. Himachal Pradesh (5 National Parks)

  1. Great Himalayan National Park
  2. Pin Valley National Park
  3. Khirganga National Park
  4. Inderkilla National Park
  5. Simbalbara National Park

12. Gujarat (4 National Parks)

  1. Gir National Park (Famous for Asiatic Lions)
  2. Velavadar National Park (Blackbuck)
  3. Marine (Gulf of Kutch) National Park
  4. Vansda National Park

13. Telangana (3 National Parks)

  1. Mrugavani National Park
  2. Mahavir Harina Vanasthali National Park
  3. Kasu Brahmananda Reddy National Park

14. Andhra Pradesh (4 National Parks)

  1. Sri Venkateswara National Park
  2. Papikonda National Park
  3. Rajiv Gandhi National Park
  4. Sri Lankamalleswara National Park

15. Chhattisgarh (3 National Parks)

  1. Indravati National Park
  2. Kanger Valley National Park
  3. Guru Ghasidas National Park

16. Jammu & Kashmir (3 National Parks)

  1. Dachigam National Park
  2. Kishtwar National Park
  3. Salim Ali National Park

17. Odisha (2 National Parks)

  1. Bhitarkanika National Park
  2. Similipal National Park

18. Haryana (2 National Parks)

  1. Sultanpur National Park
  2. Kalesar National Park

19. Meghalaya (2 National Parks)

  1. Nokrek National Park
  2. Balpakram National Park

20. Mizoram (2 National Parks)

  1. Murlen National Park
  2. Phawngpui National Park

21. Arunachal Pradesh (3 National Parks)

  1. Namdapha National Park
  2. Mouling National Park
  3. Kamlang National Park

22. Goa (1 National Park)

  1. Mollem National Park

23. Nagaland (1 National Park)

  1. Intanki National Park

24. Sikkim (1 National Park)

  1. Khangchendzonga National Park

25. Manipur (1 National Park)

  1. Keibul Lamjao National Park

26. Ladakh (1 National Park)

  1. Hemis National Park

27. Uttar Pradesh (1 National Park)

  1. Dudhwa National Park

28. Bihar (1 National Park)

  1. Valmiki National Park

29. Jharkhand (1 National Park)

  1. Betla National Park

The Importance of National Parks

1. Biodiversity Conservation

Conserve biodiversity and protect endangered species from poaching. Help maintain ecosystem balance.

2. Environmental Equilibrium

Maintain ecological balance. Forests act as carbon sinks, reduce soil erosion, and conserve water.

3. Tourism and Economy

Attract tourism and generate local employment. Eco-tourism supports revenue without harming the environment.

4. Research and Education

Support research, education, and environmental awareness.

Important Facts – Exam Oriented

  • India's First National Park — Jim Corbett National Park (Established: 1936, Uttarakhand)
  • India's Largest National Park — Hemis National Park (Ladakh)
  • India's Smallest National Park — South Button Island National Park (Andaman and Nicobar Islands)
  • State with the Highest Number of National Parks — Madhya Pradesh

Additional Important Facts:

  • First Marine National Park — Gulf of Kachchh Marine National Park (Gujarat)
  • National Parks Included in UNESCO World Heritage List — Kaziranga National Park, Manas National Park, Sundarbans National Park, Keoladeo National Park
  • National Parks Famous for Tigers — Kanha National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park, Ranthambore National Park

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