Another Cheetah Fatality at Kuno National Park, 7th in Five Month

Tragedy struck once again at Kuno National Park (KNP) as another cheetah, named Tejas, has tragically passed away. Tejas, who was originally from South Africa, was brought to Madhya Pradesh's Kuno National Park. This devastating incident marks the seventh cheetah death in the past five months at the park.

Earlier today, a monitoring team discovered severe injuries on the upper part of Tejas' neck at around 11 am. Despite immediate efforts to provide medical treatment, Tejas sadly succumbed to his injuries at approximately 2 pm. 

It is sad to note that this tragic incident occurred just hours after two more cheetahs were released into the wild at Kuno National Park. With the addition of these two cheetahs and the loss of Tejas, the total number of beasts in the park now stands at 11.

The released cheetahs, Prabhash and Pavak, are also from South Africa and were introduced into the park as part of an ongoing effort to reintroduce the cheetah species in India. Last year, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the ambitious program by releasing eight Namibian cheetahs, consisting of five females and three males, into specially designated enclosures within KNP. Following this, an additional twelve cheetahs, seven males, and five females, were brought to the park from South Africa earlier this year.

Conservation Initiatives

These conservation initiatives aim to revive the cheetah population in India and ensure their survival. However, the recent series of deaths of these ferocious animals raises concerns about the well-being and safety of the animals. The park authorities and wildlife experts must thoroughly investigate the circumstances surrounding these deaths to identify potential threats and implement necessary measures to protect the remaining cheetahs.

The loss of Tejas and the other cheetahs is a significant setback for the conservation efforts at Kuno National Park. It emphasizes the challenges associated with reintroducing and sustaining endangered species in unfamiliar environments. It is crucial for the responsible authorities to address any issues promptly and ensure the utmost care and safety for the remaining cheetahs in the park.

The demise of Tejas serves as a reminder of the delicacy of wildlife populations and the importance of preserving their habitats. The survival of cheetahs and other endangered species must be ensured through efforts not only in Kuno National Park but also throughout the world. The whole of human race should join hands together to save the declining populations of animals all across the globe.