Sarus Circuit for Conservation and Eco-Tourism

• 09 Mar 2026

In March 2026, the Uttar Pradesh government announced plans to develop a “Sarus Circuit” to conserve the Sarus Crane and promote eco-tourism.

• The Sarus crane is the state bird of Uttar Pradesh and the tallest flying bird in the world.
• The circuit will be developed across wetlands in Mainpuri and Etawah districts.
• Key locations include Kirthua, Sahas, Kurra Jarawan, Soj and Saman in Mainpuri, and Sarsai Nawar and Parauli Ramayan in Etawah.
• The project is being implemented by the Forest Department through the Uttar Pradesh Eco‑Tourism Development Board.
• The initiative focuses on conservation of wetlands, shallow water bodies and ponds that serve as breeding habitats for Sarus cranes.
• The project aims to protect Sarus cranes and other wetland birds such as grey herons and open-billed storks.
• It also aims to strengthen wetland ecosystems, improve groundwater recharge and mitigate environmental impacts such as climate change.