Madhya Pradesh Celebrates International Tiger Day

On International Tiger Day, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav highlighted that the state is home to 20% of India's tiger population, with seven reserves attracting over 2.5 million tourists annually. Meanwhile, Bardiya National Park in Nepal reported a rise in Royal Bengal Tigers to 125, emphasizing community conservation efforts and habitat management that have reduced human-wildlife conflicts. Globally, the importance of tiger conservation was underscored, with India housing over 70% of the world's wild tiger population, significantly recovering from mid-20th century declines due to conservation efforts. In Odisha, a black tiger safari is set to open, contributing to the region's growing tiger population and enhancing conservation initiatives. The combined efforts in these regions reflect a broader commitment to tiger preservation, which is crucial for ecological balance.