Then in 1989 it gained the status of a National Park. Peter Jackson the famous ornithologist, and Honorary Secretary of the Delhi Bird watching Society and the then Prime Minister of India, Indira Gandhi were instrumental in this.
The Park has been created out of the land of Sadhrana, Chandu, Sultanpur and Saidpur Villages. During the British era Sultanpur was once the area of salt production for use in Delhi but it was closed down in 1923.
How to reach Sultanpur National Park
By Air
Nearest Airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport and it is 35 km from here.
By Rail
Nearest Rail Station is Garhi Harsaru and it is 5km from the Park.
By Road
This Park is accessible by road and is on the Gurgoan- farukh Nagar road, approximate 15km from Gurgoan.
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