India’s First Virtual Zoo Opens in Indore

# India’s First Virtual Zoo Opens in Indore ### Why in News? Indore inaugurated India’s first virtual zoo and a 14-D cinema facility, using digital simulation to provide immersive wildlife experiences. ### What is a virtual zoo? - Unlike a conventional zoo, the virtual facility uses digital technology to recreate forests, animals and wildlife environments for visitors. - The project has been integrated with **Indore Zoo** and is intended mainly for wildlife education and tourism. - It was developed through a **Public-Private Partnership** model. ### Exam Connect - **Virtual zoo** → Indore, **Madhya Pradesh** - **PPP** → **Public-Private Partnership**