Kendrapada, May 1: The world-famous Bhitarkanika National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha’s Kendrapara district will remain closed for visitors from today.

It will reopen from August 1.

As per the reports, the entry of visitors into the wildlife sanctuary will be banned for three months for the smooth breeding and nesting activities of crocodiles.

The authorities took this decision to close the sanctuary for a brief period of three months to ensure the safety of tourists as the reptiles turn violent during their breeding and nesting activities.