Madhav Tiger Reserve is Madhya Pradesh’s 9th Tiger Reserve. Photo: X/@byadavbjp
The Centre declared the Madhav National Park in Madhya Pradesh as the country’s 58th tiger reserve on Sunday (March 9, 2025), with Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav making the announcement. The newly added national park was also the ninth from the State to get the recognition.
Mr. Yadav posted on X, “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.”
Madhav Tiger Reserve is Madhya Pradesh’s 9th Tiger Reserve. Photo: X/@byadavbjp
Located in the Shivpuri district in Chambal region, the reserve has five tigers at present, including the two cubs born recently. Two more tigers could be released into the reserve by Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav soon.
“With historic emphasis laid on restoring the ecological diversity on planet Earth by PM Shri Narendra Modi ji, 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,” the Union Minister added.
Applauding the development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that India was blessed with wildlife diversity and a culture that celebrated 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.
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav also thanked the Prime Minister for the development.
“Heartfelt thanks to the Hon’ble Prime Minister for your visionary leadership in designating Madhav National Park as India’s 58th and MP’s 9th Tiger Reserve! Madhya Pradesh is proud to lead wildlife conservation and protect our biodiversity,” he wrote.
Three tigers, including two females, were introduced to the Madhav National Park in 2023 as part of the tiger reintroduction project in the State.
Published – March 09, 2025 02:10 pm IST