MP CM Releases 2 Cheetahs Into New Habitat
Officials said special enclosures and 439 hectares were prepared for the cheetahs as Madhya Pradesh expands its cheetah habitat.
- On Wednesday, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav released two cheetahs, Vyom and Neera, into the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve, establishing it as the state's third cheetah habitat.
- Designated a tiger reserve on September 20, 2023, the VDTR spans about 2,339 square kilometres across Sagar, Damoh, and Narsinghpur districts, aligning with India's Cheetah Project which has grown the big cat population from eight to 60.
- Officials created a secure habitat across approximately 439 hectares for the animals' adaptation, and Yadav announced that two additional cheetahs will arrive at the reserve next month.
- Local villagers receive support through government grants of ₹2-3 lakh and homestay programs, while Yadav noted that ₹20 crore of the ₹80 crore collected from sanctuaries was distributed to residents.
- Beyond the cheetah release, Madhya Pradesh is conserving vulture populations and releasing Gharials into local rivers, while during Wildlife Conservation Week, Yadav criticized the Opposition regarding India's global standing.
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Madhya Pradesh expands cheetah habitat to Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve
Madhya Pradesh has expanded its cheetah conservation footprint with the introduction of a third habitat in the state. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav oversaw the release of two cheetahs-a male named Vyom and a female named Neera-into the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve in Sagar district on Wednesday. This move marks a strategic progression in the state's reintroduction programme. The Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve now joins Kuno National Park …
MP's third cheetah habitat opens; CM Mohan Yadav releases two felines
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav released two cheetahs, Vyom and Neera, into the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve, making it the state's third cheetah habitat. This expansion is part of India's Cheetah Project, which has seen the big cat population grow to 60. The initiative aims to boost wildlife tourism and local economies, with the government also supporting villagers through revenue sharing and homestay schemes.
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