Madhav Tiger Reserve is Madhya Pradesh’s 9th Tiger Reserve. Photo: X/@byadavbjp

Madhav National Park in Madhya Pradesh has been declared a Tiger Reserve with Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav making the announcement. The newly-added Madhav Tiger Reserve is the State’s ninth while the 58th Tiger Reserve in the country.

Making the announcement on X, Mr. Yadav wrote, “58th roar and counting! Thrilled to announce that the country has added the 58th Tiger Reserve to its tally with the latest entrant being Madhya Pradesh’s Madhav Tiger Reserve. This is MP’s 9th Tiger Reserve.”

Madhav Tiger Reserve is Madhya Pradesh’s 9th Tiger Reserve. Photo: X/@byadavbjp

“With historic emphasis laid on restoring the ecological diversity on planet Earth by PM Shri Narendra Modi ji, India continues to make great strides in environmental protection and wildlife conservation. I congratulate all wildlife lovers and conservationists. The development is a testament to the relentless efforts of our forest officials who are selflessly working towards the cause,” he added.

Applauding the development, PM Narendra Modi said that India is blessed with wildlife diversity and a culture that celebrates wildlife.

“Amazing news for wildlife lovers! India is blessed with wildlife diversity and a culture that celebrates wildlife. We will always be at the forefront of protecting animals and contributing to a sustainable planet,” he said on X.