Two Mumbai-based activists, through a letter sent to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, have demanded that the minister close down the taxidermy centre at Sanjay Gandhi National Park (SGNP) in Borivli, alleging it is a waste of tax-payers' money.

Taxidermy involves stuffing an animal body and preserving it for display by making it appear lifelike. Mahim-based activists Farooque Dhala and Irfan Macchiwala have written a letter to the chief secretary, state forest minister and the CM, requesting for the centre's closure. A copy of the letter that is in possession of mid-day states: "Money should be spent on something better - education, infrastructure and food. Taxidermy is of no use to anyone.