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India gets 58th tiger reserve in Madhya Pradesh

Madhav National Park in Madhya Pradesh has been declared as the 58th tiger reserve. Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav announced the development stating, “58th roar and counting! Thrilled to announce that the country has added the 58th tiger reserve to...
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New Delhi: Two Royal Bengal tigers at play at the National Zoological Park, on Global Tiger Day, in New Delhi, Monday, July 29, 2024. (PTI Photo/Kamal Kishore) (PTI07_29_2024_000070B)
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Madhav National Park in Madhya Pradesh has been declared as the 58th tiger reserve.

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav announced the development stating, “58th roar and counting! Thrilled to announce that the country has added the 58th tiger reserve to its tally with the latest entrant being Madhya Pradesh’s Madhav Tiger Reserve. This is MP’s 9th tiger reserve.”

Four more reserves in the states of Karnataka, Chhattisgarh, Odisha and Arunachal Pradesh are waiting for the declaration of tiger reserves.

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Tiger reserves are notified by the state government after in-principle approval is given by the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), a statutory body under the Union Environment Ministry.

With historic emphasis laid on restoring the ecological diversity by PM Narendra Modi, India continues to make great strides in environmental protection and wildlife conservation. I congratulate all wildlife lovers and conservationists. The development is a testament to the relentless efforts of our forest officials who are selflessly working towards the cause,” he added.

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PM Narendra Modi said India is blessed with wildlife diversity and a culture that celebrates wildlife. “Amazing news for wildlife lovers! India is blessed with wildlife diversity and a culture that celebrates wildlife. We will always be at the forefront of protecting animals and contributing to a sustainable planet,” he said on X.

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