The chief minister released two cheetahs into the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve located within Sagar district on 7 October 2026. This development marks a significant expansion for the cheetah conservation project within the region. The tiger reserve situated in Bundelkhand now serves as the third habitat for these animals in Madhya Pradesh, joining Kuno National Park in Sheopur district and Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary in Mandsaur. Alongside releasing the animals, Yadav published the Vulture Population Estimation 2026 report during events held in the area. He also introduced a book detailing the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve, which is written in the Bundelkhandi language. Officials noted that these activities took place during Wildlife Conservation Week, highlighting ongoing regional efforts toward protecting local fauna and natural reserves across the territory.
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Two cheetahs released into third Madhya Pradesh habitat
The chief minister freed the animals in the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve during Wildlife Conservation Week.
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In short
- Two cheetahs were released into the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve on 7 October 2026.
- This reserve becomes the third cheetah habitat in Madhya Pradesh after Kuno and Gandhi Sagar.
- The chief minister also released the Vulture Population Estimation 2026 report.
From public sources and the WeNepal research team
https://wenepal.com/article/two-cheetahs-released-into-third-madhya-pradesh-habitat-20261007
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