Haridwar, Nov. 16 -- After remaining shut for five months for the annual monsoon break, the world-famous Rajaji Tiger Reserve (RTR) reopened for tourists on Saturday morning. According to RTR officials, the park gates were closed on June 15 with the onset of the monsoon and were reopened on Saturday amid traditional rituals and a flagging-off ceremony. "All preparations have been made for welcoming tourists and wildlife lovers to view elephants, tigers, leopards, peacocks, birds and the reserve's flora and fauna. No changes have been made in charges for domestic and foreign tourists this season, with a 50% discount for students to view wildlife in the park," said Motichur ranger Mahesh Semwal. Chila range officer BD Tiwari said that due to damage to a 200-metre patch near Meethawali hilltop, the gypsy safari route has been shortened until repair work is completed.htc...