Eco-Educational Hub – Prakriti Gyan Dham

UPSC Reference: Environment

Why in News?

Prakriti Gyan Dham, described as India's first-of-its-kind eco-educational hub, was dedicated to the nation in August 2026.

Key Facts

  • Location: Maharishi Parashar Bioresource Centre, Banthra, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.

  • Developed by CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute (CSIR-NBRI).

  • It functions as:

    • Open-air classroom

    • Botanical repository

    • Environmental education centre

    • Biodiversity-awareness facility

Major Features

  • PAaVan Path – interpretive heritage trail.

  • Bamboosteum – collection of 43 bamboo species.

  • Vibhav Enclave – threatened plant species.

  • Bhairav Enclave – State Plants of Indian States and UTs.

  • Indian Heritage Garden with historically significant trees.

Key Pointer

Prakriti Gyan Dham → Lucknow → CSIR-NBRI → Botanical heritage + conservation