Gujarat's Lone Tiger Gets Two Mates from MP!

Gujarat's efforts to reintroduce tigers are gaining momentum with a plan to bring two tigresses from Madhya Pradesh by December. This move aims to establish a breeding population for the state's lone male tiger, which has resided in the Ratanmahal sanctuary landscape since February 2025.

A panel's report deemed Gujarat suitable for relocating female tigers, recommending the introduction of two tigresses to increase breeding chances. The females are planned to be released in different areas within the male tiger's established territory.

To ensure safety and monitor their movements, the forest department is significantly enhancing surveillance. Plans include installing around 1,100 CCTV cameras and camera traps across the sanctuary landscape by the end of November. The presence of prey species like nilgai and wild boar also supports the area's suitability.

This initiative follows Gujarat's inclusion in the All-India Tiger Estimation 2026, spurred by confirmed sightings in Ratanmahal sanctuary. Previous attempts to bring a tigress stalled, but this new report revitalizes the conservation endeavor.