Lahore Zoo’s new private management increases entry fee, sparking protests from visitors on New Year’s Day. Families visiting the zoo from various cities were shocked to find a revised fee structure introduced by the private company managing the zoo under a Rs500-million contract.
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The entry fee, which was initially Rs100, has now been bundled with access to the snake house, raising the cost to Rs300 per person. This sudden increase led to heated arguments and widespread protests, with many visitors deciding to leave in frustration.
Visitors criticized the policy, arguing that charging a blanket fee for both general entry and the snake house was unfair. “People who do not wish to see the snake house should have the option to opt out,” one visitor expressed. Many felt the increase was excessive, especially for families with multiple members.
Following the backlash, the company managing Lahore Zoo revised its policy. Now, visitors can purchase separate tickets for the snake house, keeping the general entry fee at Rs100. This change was widely welcomed, as it restored choice and affordability for the public.
The zoo administration has announced plans to introduce additional facilities, each with separate ticket prices, aiming to modernize and enhance the visitor experience. However, this move has sparked a larger debate about accessibility and affordability for families, particularly after Lahore Zoo’s new private management increases entry fee, sparking protests from visitors.
