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About the Reserve
Mana Hotels is pleased to share the progress in the development of the Tiger Reserve in the Ranakpur region of the Kumbhalgarh National Forest reserve of Southern Rajasthan. The site of the reserve located about 6 km from the Ranakpur Jain Temple is located on the highway itself making it easily accessible to the tourists travelling between Udaipur & Jodhpur. The total area under development for this reserve is 211 hectares with a perimeter wall having a length of 6.3 km.
Progress Report
“There is a lot of ground work being done by the Forest department to ensure readiness of the area,” said Mr. Kishan Chaudhary, Operations Manager at Mana Hotels. “Extensive surveys are being conducted to identify the impact of creating this reserve on the existing villages & its residents,” he added.
Including existing Safari Routes of Ranakpur
Keeping in mind the impact of creation of a tiger reserve on the tourism for an area such as Ranakpur – Kumbhalgarh, the president of the Ranakpur Hotel Association sent out an aptly timed request letter to the forest department asking for inclusions of some existing safari routes of Ranakpur into the plans for the tiger reserve. “These routes have been frequented by tourists over the years and have become a part of the rich tourism experience that the region offers. Incorporating these routes within the proposed core and buffer areas of the Kumbhalgarh Tiger Reserve will not only enhance the reserve’s value but also ensure the sustainable continuation of eco-tourism in the area,” wrote Mr. Raghuraj Singh, President of the Ranakpur Hotel Association.
Although no timelines have been shared by the stakeholders about the various stages involved in the establishment of the reserve, it is safe to assume that a few years will be needed to get things in order.
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About Mana Hotels
Mana Hotels is a venture of Sheevam Group of Companies (www.sheevam.in). Our goal is to set up budget boutique hotels in locations that offer something unique. Our young management aims to provide offbeat experiences that redefine luxury.
Mana Hotels has strong design philosophy and we believe in a democratic method of design. As in politics, a democratic design is one that is for the user and by the user. We achieve this by interacting with the user during design phase of our hotels and incorporating elements that are influenced or inspired by the intended user.
Mana Hotels is fully committed to being environmentally and socially conscious. We follow sustainable practices, use energy efficient designs and are adaptable during the construction phase to ensure that we fulfill our responsibility towards the environment. We believe in creating ventures that generate employment for the local communities and have vowed to have at least 50% of the work force from the local areas in the future as well!
Mana at Ranakpur is a 49 room boutique resort spread over an area of 3.5 acres on the banks of a seasonal river. Surrounded by the majestic Aravallis, it is an oasis in the desert state of Rajasthan located just 90 km from Udaipur. The majestic Ranakpur Jain Temple is less than a 5 minute drive from the hotel and is a must see for any visitor. From history to adventure and religion to leisure, Ranakpur offers experiences for one and all. The award winning architecture and hospitality at Mana Ranakpur will ensure a memorable experience for your esteemed clientele.