India, April 27 -- LAKHIMPUR KHERI/LUCKNOW Chief minister Yogi Adityanath has directed officials concerned to prepare a plan for the development of Dudhwa Tiger Reserve (DTR) as an eco-tourism hub.

The CM on Saturday conducted a review meeting with forest and tourism department officials at DTR where he also sought updates on development works underway in the district from the district magistrate. Earlier, he planted a moulsari sapling in the reserve.

"The forest and tourism departments should work together and prepare a plan within 15 days to develop DTR as an eco-tourism hub," said the CM. He also wanted the completion of flood prevention preparations in Lakhimpur Kheri before June 12. A nodal officer has been appointed for supervisio...