Cheetah Deaths at Kuno National Park

On 20th July, 2023, the Supreme Court expressed dismay over the deaths of cheetahs brought as part of India’s ‘Project Cheetah’ to Kuno National Park from South Africa and Namibia within a year, urging the Union Government to take corrective actions.

  • On 2nd August, 2023, another female cheetah died at the park, taking the toll to nine.

Key Points

  • Cheetah Deaths: Out of the 20 cheetahs brought to Kuno National Park, nine have died in less than a year, with two more deaths reported recently, raising serious concerns about the survival of the endangered species.
  • Conservation Efforts: The Supreme Court's attention to ....
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