Formerly the interim director for High Speed 2 (HS2), the UK’s high-speed rail project, Patrick O’Connell currently serves as chief of naval personnel for the US Navy in Washington, DC. In addition to his work with HS2 and the US Navy, he has held a variety of other leadership positions in the public and private sectors. In his free time, Patrick O’Connell enjoys traveling, and has visited a number of notable places, such as the Bandhavgarh region in India.
Located in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh, Bandhavgarh National Park is one of India’s most popular destinations. The park, which encompasses 65 square miles, features grasslands and thickly forested areas that are home to a variety of wildlife, including the endangered Bengal tiger. Leopards, sloth bears, and numerous bird and deer species also inhabit the area.
Visitors to Bandhavgarh National Park can view the diverse flora and fauna via Jeep or elephant safaris. For the best chance of spotting some of the tigers in the area, however, guides recommend going by elephant. Jeep safaris are a good option for visitors looking to see some of the harder-to-reach areas of the park.
Bandhavgarh has three major zones: Tala, Magdi, and Bamera. Of the three, Tala and Magdi are the most popular because they offer the best wildlife viewing. Park officials suggest visiting between February and June, when the weather is most fair. The park is closed from July 1 to October 15.
