HT Correspondent
YACHULI, Oct. 24: The Moso Bamboo Walk at Moso Bamboo Park in Yachuli, Keyi Panyor district, has emerged as a major attraction, drawing large crowds and boosting eco-tourism in the region.
Located near the Yachuli Police Station, the site has become popular for its serene natural surroundings and well-maintained bamboo trail.
Around 200–500 visitors are reported on regular days, while the footfall rises to 500–750 on peak days.
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The initiative began following the visit of PCCF (HOFF) P Subramanian to the Yachuli Forest Range on May 10, 2024, during an official tour to Ziro.
He advised forest officials, including the Range Forest Officer (RFO), to create a bamboo walk to promote eco-tourism and public awareness.
Acting on the suggestion, the then RFO Toko and his team developed the walkway using locally available materials.
Two traditional resting huts were also constructed using toko patas from Chiputa in Papum Pare district, entirely through personal contributions without departmental or external funding.
The Moso Bamboo Walk was opened to the public on May 30, 2024, free of charge for the first three months.
However, with more than 10,000 visitors during this period, maintenance costs increased, prompting the introduction of a nominal entry fee of ₹10.
Following heavy monsoon rains, parts of the walkway and a resting hut were damaged, resulting in a temporary closure for repairs.
The site has since been redeveloped, with separate entry and exit routes added for better visitor management.
The Deputy Commissioner of Keyi Panyor district extended support by arranging the construction of a public toilet facility through the Urban Development Department.
The facility is now complete and will be opened soon. Due to increased labour expenses, the current entry fee has been revised to ₹20, which the forest authorities state is temporary and may be reduced once maintenance stabilises.
Moso Bamboo (Phyllostachys edulis), a giant timber bamboo species native to China and Taiwan, was originally introduced in the region for research.
Over time, its natural aesthetic appeal has made the bamboo trail a popular leisure and nature-tourism spot.
Located near the Yachuli Forest Check Gate, the site holds strong potential to be developed into a full-fledged eco-park and tourism destination.
The authorities and local community have expressed hope for continued government support to further enhance the initiative for public benefit and the growth of tourism in the district.
