Tigers and Cheetahs to Coexist in Veerangana Rani Durgavati Tiger Reserve

• Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav announced cheetah reintroduction in Veerangana Rani Durgavati Tiger Reserve between March and July.
• Management is preparing the reserve by March 31, utilizing South African technology for quarantine bomas.
• This will be India's first tiger reserve to host tigers, leopards, and cheetahs in the same habitat.
• Wildlife experts are keen to observe the interaction and behavior of tigers and cheetahs, especially with cubs, as they come face-to-face.
• The reserve offers a favorable habitat for cheetahs with grasslands and abundant prey, promising significant observations for wildlife enthusiasts.

Why It Matters: India's first tiger reserve to host tigers and cheetahs promises unique wildlife interactions and research opportunities.