नौरादेही to host cheetahs by 2026, become Asia's only 3-cat reserve

• Virangana Rani Durgavati Tiger Reserve (Nauradehi) in Sagar, MP, is set to become India's third cheetah habitat by mid-2026.
• Preparations include Rs 5 crore funding, construction of four 100-hectare soft release bomas, and creation of water sources.
• Scientists from Bhopal and Kuno have inspected the site, with plans for extensive monitoring and security measures, including elephant surveillance and 300+ forest personnel.
• The reserve will be Asia's only one to host three big cat species (leopard, tiger, cheetah), boosting tourism due to its unique wildlife and connectivity to other attractions.

Why It Matters: वीरांगना रानी दुर्गावती Tiger Reserve will uniquely host three big cat species, boosting tourism.