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Madhav National Park Designated As The Eighth Tiger Reserve Of Madhya Pradesh

The 2022 'Status of Tigers: Co-predators & Prey in India' report from the National Tiger Conservation Authority and Wildlife Institute of India reveals that Madhya Pradesh leads the country with 785 tigers, the highest number in India

Tiger at a waterhole Photo: Som Moulick/Shutterstock
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On December 1, the technical committee of the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) reached a pivotal decision by endorsing the proposal to classify Madhav National Park in Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, as a tiger reserve. This decision not only signifies the establishment of Madhya Pradesh's eighth tiger reserve but also highlights the state's unwavering commitment to wildlife conservation. With several important reserves such as Kanha, Satpura, Bandhavgarh, Pench, Sanjay Dubri, Panna, and Veerangana Durgavati already operating, the inclusion of Madhav National Park promises to substantially enhance efforts aimed at safeguarding the tiger and its vital habitat.

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