Officials said the release of the cheetah family is expected to boost ecotourism and enhance public engagement with Project Cheetah, the ongoing initiative to reintroduce the species in India.
Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav said PM Modi envisioned MP as a 'cheetah state'. He noted that cheetahs have adapted well to MP's environment, with two now released in Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary to support ecosystem restoration.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav shared the information through a post on his X handle, stating it as another proud moment for the state tourism. He also highlighted that now a total of 17 cheetahs are roaming in the open wild in the Kuno park.
"I request all district Collectors, Chairman of the District Panchayat, Mayor and local public representatives to install drinking water stations and shaded areas in their respective wards in the coming days. I will soon hold a meeting with all district Collectors on this. We all should save