Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav has announced that Madhya Pradesh, which has already earned the title of Tiger State in India, will soon be gifted with a new tiger reserve. Madhav National Park in Shivpuri district will become the state's 9th tiger reserve, emerging as a major tourism hub for wildlife enthusiasts in the Chambal region.
Chief Minister Dr. Yadav stated that he will personally release a pair of tigers into Madhav National Park. The increase in tourist footfall in the Chambal range will create employment and self-employment opportunities for local youth. For the first time in Asia, cheetahs have also been spotted in Kuno National Park in the Chambal region. Additionally, projects for the conservation of gharials and dolphins are underway in the Chambal river area.
In a message to the media on Wednesday, Chief Minister Dr. Yadav highlighted that Madhya Pradesh has the highest number of tigers in the country, attracting a large number of tourists. All national parks in the state witness a steady inflow of visitors throughout the season for jungle safaris. Expressing happiness over the increasing tiger population and conservation achievements, the Chief Minister congratulated the officials and staff of the Forest Department, as well as the people of the state.