Project Tiger at 50: A Beacon of Hope for Global Conservation

Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2023, Project Tiger has bolstered India's wild tiger count to 3,167, or 75% of the global total.

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From 1,857 tigers in 9 reserves at its inception, Project Tiger now covers 53 reserves, significantly enhancing the tiger population.

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Despite difficulties, high tiger concentration in productive habitats signals secure source populations.

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Despite challenges, the concentration of tigers in productive habitats is viewed as a positive outcome, indicative of a secured source population.

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An independent study by the Indian Institute of Forest Management suggests improved habitat sustainability, resulting in tangible gains.

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The Amrit Kamal Ka Tiger Vision (Tiger @2047) offers a roadmap to sustained success in tiger conservation for the next 50 years.

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On Global Tiger Day 2023, an annual growth rate of 6.1% was announced, indicating a significant increase in India's tiger population to 3,925.

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Notably, states such as Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Maharashtra have seen remarkable increases in tiger populations.

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Notably, states such as Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Maharashtra have seen remarkable increases in tiger populations.

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Project Tiger at 50: A Beacon of Hope for Global Conservation

Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2023, Project Tiger has bolstered India's wild tiger count to 3,167, or 75% of the global total.

From 1,857 tigers in 9 reserves at its inception, Project Tiger now covers 53 reserves, significantly enhancing the tiger population.

Despite difficulties, high tiger concentration in productive habitats signals secure source populations.

Despite challenges, the concentration of tigers in productive habitats is viewed as a positive outcome, indicative of a secured source population.

An independent study by the Indian Institute of Forest Management suggests improved habitat sustainability, resulting in tangible gains.

The Amrit Kamal Ka Tiger Vision (Tiger @2047) offers a roadmap to sustained success in tiger conservation for the next 50 years.

On Global Tiger Day 2023, an annual growth rate of 6.1% was announced, indicating a significant increase in India's tiger population to 3,925.

Notably, states such as Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Maharashtra have seen remarkable increases in tiger populations.

Notably, states such as Madhya Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Maharashtra have seen remarkable increases in tiger populations.

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