NZP SAATHI APP AND DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION OF NATIONAL ZOOLOGICAL PARK
Why in the News?
● Digital Launch: Union Minister of State for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Kirti Vardhan Singh launched the NZP Saathi App and Self-ticketing Kiosks at the National Zoological Park, New Delhi.
● Visitor Convenience: The initiatives aim to enhance visitor experience through smart navigation, digital guidance, and seamless online ticket booking.
● Technology Integration: The move marks a significant step toward digital transformation and modernization of zoo management and visitor services.
KEY FEATURES OF NZP SAATHI APP
● Smart Navigation: Provides an interactive digital map to locate animal enclosures, washrooms, buggy points, exits, and visitor facilities.
● Thematic Tours: Offers curated options such as Express Tour, Family Tour, Grand Zoo Tour, and My Tour.
● Multi-Platform Access: Available on both Android and iOS platforms.
● Personalized Experience: Enables visitors to customize routes according to their interests and available time.
● Enhanced Accessibility: Helps visitors navigate the zoo efficiently without requiring physical maps.
SELF-TICKETING KIOSKS INITIATIVE
● Digital Payments: Supports UPI-based online ticket booking.
● Free Wi-Fi: Provides connectivity for on-the-spot digital transactions.
● Reduced Queues: Minimizes waiting time at ticket counters.
● Paperless System: Promotes efficient and eco-friendly ticket management.
● User-Friendly Access: Facilitates quick and hassle-free entry for visitors..
| CENTRAL ZOO AUTHORITY (CZA) ● Establishment: The Central Zoo Authority (CZA) was established in 1992 under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. ● Nodal Body: It is the statutory body responsible for regulating zoological parks across India. ● Recognition Function: No zoo can operate in India without recognition from the CZA. ● Conservation Focus: It promotes scientific management, captive breeding, and conservation of endangered species. ● Standards Monitoring: The authority ensures uniform standards of animal welfare, enclosure design, and zoo administration. |