Deputy chief minister Sushil Kumar Modi inaugurated three high-rise floating fountains at the Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park, Patna , on14th.July 2012.

 
Three floating fountains at Patna zoo inaugurated

The fountains, which would pump water up to 90ft, have colourful lighting system. The fountains cost around Rs30 lakh. The zoo authorities are sure they would help increase the footfalls.
Announcing several new plans to be launched by the zoo authorities, Modi said, "There are plans afoot to install several small fountains at various other locations inside the park." He also said the Central Zoo Authority has approved the master plan of the park.
"The three fountains installed near the old lake was a much-awaited project and I am glad to see them working," he said while announcing that the zoo is all set to launch the 'adopt an animal' scheme on July 20. A new pair of chimpanzees will also reach Patna by July 17.
Modi also focused on the renovation of the snake house so that more snakes could be housed in the zoo. The electronic gates and the electronic ticketing system would be started soon. "Entry tickets should be beautiful to grab the attention of the visitors," Modi said.
A new canteen having four food counters and an air-conditioned food court would also come up at the zoo soon. The authorities have planned to open a 3D theatre this year and organize several wildlife conservation programmes for students during vacations.
The detailed project report (DPR) of the proposed 3D theatre is being prepared. "We will float tenders after the DPR is approved. We have planned to screen daily three shows of films and documentaries based on wildlife and botanical research works," Modi said.
According to the zoo officials, many institutions like the State Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, Life Insurance Corporation of India and Bihar State Bridge Construction Corporation have shown interest in the animal adoption scheme. Few bureaucrats have also evinced interest in adopting some animals.
"We have added several new fishes, including colourful cichlids, after refurbishing the aquarium. We are also trying to get several big fishes and coloured turtles for the aquarium," said Abhay Kumar, director, Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park. The aquarium is a major attraction for visitors coming to the Patna zoo.