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CZA authorities also stated that these non-compliances were not addressed despite repeated reminders,” said AMC officials privy to the matter.Established in 1985, the local zoo is the only zoo in Marathwada. “CZA authorities had findings of the annual audit reports of the zoo and other documents, which were presented before the MoEF during the hearing. We recommend closure of the existing zoo and relocating the animals to proper habitats,” she said-Prasad Joshi Despite repeated reminders from Central Zoo Authority (CZA), civic authorities failed to offer the desired upkeep for creatures at the zoo, resulting in de-recognition of the zoo in December last year.During the hearing, CZA is said to have highlighted the non-compliances and other grounds for de-recognition of the zoo. “The inordinate delay in following norms has turned the zoo into a place of torture for animals..