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The zoo authority has decided to permit the entry of herd animals like Sambar deer and nilgai in order to avoid interbreeding. Aurangabad Municipal Corporation (AMC) has zeroed in on Delhi-based consultant firm Brij Raj Sharma and Associates Private Limited for shifting the existing zoo to Mitmita. The zoo has already been alloted a plot measuring 125 acres a few years ago.Acting director of the zoo Vijay Patil said on Sunday that the PMC would start its survey for preparing the DPR for the new zoo, also known as safari park, from next week.“Once the DPR is ready, we will submit it before the Central Zoo Authority for necessary approval. An independent panel will act like a watchdog,” said Pathak.The Zoo Authority of Maharashtra has announced that no new breed of animals would be permitted at the existing zoo given the abominable conditions prevailing at the premises and its non-compliance to laid down rules and regulations. AURANGABAD: The civic administration, which has appointed a project management consultancy (PMC) for shifting the existing zoo to a sprawling plot in Mitmita, is expected to get the detailed project report (DPR) of the new facility in the next three months..