Tigers, leopards and cheetahs to coexist in MP:Enclosure under construction in Nauradehi, cheetah shifting scheduled from Aug to Sept

After the success of the cheetah reintroduction project at Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh is now preparing to expand its wildlife conservation efforts by introducing cheetahs into the state’s largest tiger reserve — the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve (Nauradehi). Officials said the construction of large enclosures will be completed by July, and the relocation of cheetahs is expected to begin between August and September. Massive enclosures being built at Muhli range Modern “bomas” (enclosures) are being developed in the Muhli range of the reserve. The total enclosure area will be around 439 acres, almost equal to Bhopal’s Van Vihar National Park (451 acres). A total of five enclosures are being constructed, including: The enclosures will also have six-layer electric pulse fencing on top to keep predators away. A central quarantine enclosure will be used to closely monitor the health and behaviour of the animals before release. Cheetahs to be translocated from Kuno Unlike earlier phases of the project, cheetahs will now be moved from Kuno itself instead of being brought from Africa or Namibia. Officials said the relocation may include the famous male cheetah “Gaurav” along with two males and two females. With this, Kuno National Park has now become a major “launch pad” for India’s cheetah conservation programme, housing more than 57 cheetahs. Modern Bomas being built in Muhli Range Why Durgavati Tiger reserve is unique Wildlife experts say Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve could become the only protected area in India where tigers, leopards, and cheetahs will coexist. Key features include: ‘Cheetah Chaupal’ to educate villages To ensure safety and awareness, the Forest Department will launch “Cheetah Chaupal” from May 20. Under this initiative, villagers living near the reserve will be trained on cheetah behaviour and safety measures. Around 100 forest personnel are also being sent to Kuno National Park for specialised training. Overview: Veerangana Durgavati tiger reserve What are Bomas (enclosures)? Officials confirm timeline Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve Deputy Director Rajneesh Singh said the foundation stone for the enclosure project was laid by the Chief Minister on March 25. Construction work is progressing rapidly, and once completed in July, the cheetah relocation process will begin as planned.