Dhauladhar Wildlife Sanctuary: Himachal Pradesh Biodiversity

Category: Environment → Protected Areas → Himalayan Ecology

Location

Himachal Pradesh

The sanctuary is associated mainly with the Dhauladhar mountain landscape and the Kangra region.

Ecological Importance

The landscape supports Himalayan biodiversity including:

  • Himalayan mammals

  • Birds

  • Temperate and alpine vegetation

2026/Current Context

The revised management framework records a rationalised sanctuary area of approximately 982.86 sq km.

UPSC Key Pointers

  • State → Himachal Pradesh

  • Mountain system → Dhauladhar

  • Biogeographic significance → Western Himalayas

  • Important for Himalayan biodiversity and watershed protection.