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Chhattisgarh's Tiger Population Doubles in 3 Years
Why in News?
Chhattisgarh's tiger population has significantly increased, doubling from 17 in 2022 to 35 by April 2025, highlighting the state's successful wildlife conservation efforts.
- This growth was highlighted at the 15th meeting of the Chhattisgarh State Wildlife Welfare Board, chaired by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai.
Key Points
- About: Achanakmar Tiger Reserve hosts the highest tiger population at 18, followed by Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla (GGTP) Tiger Reserve with 7, Indravati Tiger Reserve with 6, Bhoramdeo Wildlife Sanctuary with 3, and Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve with 1.
- The GGTP, declared India's 56th tiger reserve in 2024, is now the third-largest in the country, after Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve in Andhra Pradesh and Manas Tiger Reserve in Assam.
- Translocation Plan: Chhattisgarh has received approval from the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) to translocate tigers from Madhya Pradesh to the Udanti-Sitanadi and Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserves.
- A total of five tigers, including two females and one male tiger for Udanti-Sitanadi and three males for Guru Ghasidas, will be relocated.
- Tiger Conservation Plan (TCP): The state has nearly finalized a comprehensive Tiger Conservation Plan (TCP) aimed at addressing challenges related to habitat management and boosting tourism in the tiger reserves.
- This plan also focuses on enhancing facilities in the Kanger Valley National Park to increase tourist footfall and provide livelihood opportunities for local communities.
