Kanha Tiger Reserve

Recently, a tigress and four cubs died in Madhya Pradesh’s Kanha Tiger Reserve raising concerns over Canine Distemper Virus (CDV).

  • CDV causes severe respiratory, neurological, and gastrointestinal complications in wild carnivores, including tigers.
  • The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) guidelines mandate vaccination of stray dogs in and around tiger reserves.
  • Madhya Pradesh recorded 27 tiger deaths in 2026, including deaths due to natural causes, electrocution, drowning, and territorial fights.
  • Kanha Tiger Reserve is among India’s most prominent protected areas, known for its rich Central Indian biodiversity and strong tiger conservation efforts.
  • Spread across 2,074.32 sq. km, the reserve is an important habitat for diverse flora ....
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