During the centenary celebrations various developmental activities were initiated such as renovation and modification of the entrance gate, hospital building, walkthrough reptiles, etc.

The logo of the zoo, centenary souvenir, publication of literature and leaflets, conducting various competitions, preparation of a documentary film were other highlights.

[2][6] The objectives of Mysore Zoo are as under: While mainly depending on entry fees for its financing, an adoption scheme introduced in the early 2000s has been a success.

The Karanji Lake which covers 77.02 acres (31.17 ha) is located on the eastern side of the zoo.

The tank was handed to Mysore Zoo in March 1976 by public works department for development and maintenance.

After the protection and afforestation in the foreshore area, the tank started attracting a variety of birds for breeding & nesting activities.

About 5 acres (2.0 ha) of prime zoo land has been donated to the Natural History Museum, which will enhance the educational potential of the zoo by offering people a rare opportunity to study natural history of wild animals, aquatic birds and tropical vegetation, etc.

[9] It is also the only zoo in India to house chimpanzees, gorillas, orangutans, white rhinos and cheetahs.

As a safety measure, the zoo authority suspended several staff members who were allegedly responsible for the "gruesome killings".

Lab reports confirmed that six free-ranging and migratory birds died due to avian influenza (H5N8) in late December.