Wildlife activist Ajay Dubey on January 25, 2026, in New Delhi sought an independent investigation into alleged violations of wildlife laws, financial misuse, and administrative lapses at the National Zoological Park.

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• Wildlife activist Ajay Dubey submitted a formal representation to Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav seeking a probe by CBI or CVC.

• The activist alleged serious violations at Delhi Zoo, including incidents related to the killing of protected wildlife within the zoo premises.

• Illegal felling of trees inside the National Zoological Park was highlighted as another major concern requiring independent investigation.

• Ajay Dubey also raised allegations of misuse of public funds, pointing towards financial irregularities in zoo administration.

• The representation cited repeated administrative lapses, suggesting weak oversight and failure to comply with wildlife protection regulations.

• Dubey demanded an independent central probe to ensure transparency, accountability, and strict enforcement of wildlife conservation laws.

• The matter has drawn attention to governance standards at one of India’s most prominent zoological institutions in the national capital.