The Supreme Court has roared its concern once again, directing the Centre to find new homes for recently imported cheetahs. With Rajasthan in its sights, the court urges the Centre to prioritize relocation over politics. However, experts warn that the Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve may not be the purrfect habitat for these speedy felines, raising questions about their successful settlement.
In a recent case, the Supreme Court has given the Centre a taste of its own medicine, demanding the relocation of cheetahs from Kuno National Park (KNP) in Madhya Pradesh to Rajasthan. The court expressed serious concern over the alarming number of cheetah deaths and reminded the Centre to prioritize relocation over political maneuverings.
The idea of bringing these graceful and swift predators to a new territory may seem like a brilliant plan, but it’s not all sunshine and hunting games. The destination chosen for their new residence, the Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve (MHTR) in Rajasthan, has some experts purring in doubt. They raise a paw of concern, citing the reserve’s past failure in the tiger relocation plan, as well as doubts about whether it can cater to the unique needs of cheetahs.
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