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Hans India
2 days ago
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- Hans India
Odisha to introduce tigers in Debrigarh
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is planning to introduce tigers in Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary in Bargarh district, a senior Forest department official said on Tuesday. Speaking about the revival of big cat population in Odisha on the occasion of National Tiger Day, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) Wildlife Prem Kumar Jha said Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary is a possible site for introduction of tigers. There is a plan to introduce tigers in the sanctuary, as 'We have received technical permission from National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) to convert Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary as a tiger reserve,' Jha said. The State government has formed an expert committee to study the wildlife sanctuary and submit a report marking the core area and buffer zone to make it a tiger habitation, he said. 'After completion of the process, we will take steps to bring the tiger to the sanctuary,' he added. Stating that tiger relocation is a very difficult process, the PCCF (Wildlife) said, 'The relocation of tigress Sundari in Satkosia Tiger Reserve has remained unsuccessful.' Last November, two tigresses —Jamuna and Zeenat—were brought to Similipal Tiger Reserve (STR) from Maharashtra. The inter-State tiger relocation project was 80 per cent successful as Zeenat went to Jharkhand and West Bengal and was brought back to STR. Now, both the tigresses have been confined in their different territories, Jha said. In-breeding among the closed population has emerged as a looming threat to the striped predators in the protected area. Therefore, the STR authority had proposed to bring four tigers—two males and two females--from Maharashtra. After studying the behaviours of the two tigresses, steps will be taken to bring another tiger to the STR, he said. A similar move will be made in future to bring tigers to the Satkosia Tiger Reserve, which doesn't have any tigers at present, the forest officer said. In 2018, the Odisha government had made a tiger translocation attempt at Satkosia Tiger Reserve. A tiger named Mahavir was brought from Kanha National Park and a tigress named Sundari from Bandhavgarh National Park, both in Madhya Pradesh, and released in Satkosia. While the tiger died after falling into a trap laid by poachers, the tigress was sent back to its original habitat after it allegedly killed two persons during its 30-month stay in Odisha. As per the latest census conducted by the Odisha Forest department, 30 Royal Bengal Tigers were found in the State, of which 27 were found in Similipal Tiger Reserve. On the Tiger Day, acclaimed sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik, in collaboration with World Wide Fund for Nature-India (WWF India), has created a sand sculpture featuring a 20-foot-long tiger surrounded by 51 small tigers at the Puri beach. Pattnaik said, 'It is an honour to collaborate with WWF-India on Global Tiger Day to create this sand art that reflects the tiger's deep connection with our forests and communities.' 'Through my work, I aim to send a strong visual message about the importance of co-existence. The tiger is not just a symbol of power—it is a protector of our environment and it serves as a guardian of our ecosystem,' he said.
Time of India
2 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Odisha to introduce tigers in Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The Odisha government is planning to introduce tigers in Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary in Bargarh district, a senior Forest department official said on about the revival of big cat population in Odisha on the occasion of National Tiger Day , Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) Wildlife Prem Kumar Jha said Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary is a possible site for introduction of is a plan to introduce tigers in the sanctuary, as "We have received technical permission from National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) to convert Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary as a tiger reserve," Jha state government has formed an expert committee to study the wildlife sanctuary and submit a report marking the core area and buffer zone to make it a tiger habitation, he said."After completion of the process, we will take steps to bring the tiger to the sanctuary," he that tiger relocation is a very difficult process, the PCCF (Wildlife) said, "The relocation of tigress Sundari in Satkosia Tiger Reserve has remained unsuccessful."Last November, two tigresses -Jamuna and Zeenat-were brought to Similipal Tiger Reserve (STR) from inter-state tiger relocation project was 80 per cent successful as Zeenat went to Jharkhand and West Bengal and again brought back to STR. Now, both tigresses have been confined in their different territories, Jha among the closed population has emerged as a looming threat to the striped predators in the protected area. Therefore, the STR authority had proposed to bring four tigers-two males and two females--from studying the behaviours of the two tigresses, steps will be taken to bring another tiger to the STR, he said.A similar move will be taken in future to bring tigers to the Satkosia Tiger Reserve, which doesn't have any tigers at present, the forest officer 2018, the Odisha government had made a tiger translocation attempt at Satkosia Tiger Reserve. A tiger named Mahavir was brought from Kanha National Park and a tigress named Sundari from Bandhavgarh National Park, both in Madhya Pradesh, and released in the tiger died after falling into a trap laid by poachers, the tigress was sent back to its original habitat after it allegedly killed two persons during its 30-month stay in per the latest census conducted by the Odisha forest department, 30 Royal Bengal Tigers were found in the state, of which 27 were found in the Similipal Tiger the Tiger Day, acclaimed sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik, in collaboration with World Wide Fund for Nature-India (WWF India), has created a sand sculpture featuring a 20-ft-long tiger surrounded by 51 small tigers at the Puri said, "It is an honour to collaborate with WWF-India on Global Tiger Day to create this sand art that reflects the tiger's deep connection with our forests and communities.""Through my work, I aim to send a strong visual message about the importance of co-existence. The tiger is not just a symbol of power-it is a protector of our environment and it serves as a guardian of our ecosystem," he said.
News18
2 days ago
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- News18
Odisha to introduce tigers in Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary
Agency: Bhubaneswar, Jul 29 (PTI) The Odisha government is planning to introduce tigers in Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary in Bargarh district, a senior Forest department official said on Tuesday. Speaking about the revival of big cat population in Odisha on the occasion of National Tiger Day, Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) Wildlife Prem Kumar Jha said Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary is a possible site for introduction of tigers. There is a plan to introduce tigers in the sanctuary, as 'We have received technical permission from National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) to convert Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary as a tiger reserve," Jha said. The state government has formed an expert committee to study the wildlife sanctuary and submit a report marking the core area and buffer zone to make it a tiger habitation, he said. 'After completion of the process, we will take steps to bring the tiger to the sanctuary," he added. Stating that tiger relocation is a very difficult process, the PCCF (Wildlife) said, 'The relocation of tigress Sundari in Satkosia Tiger Reserve has remained unsuccessful." Last November, two tigresses —Jamuna and Zeenat—were brought to Similipal Tiger Reserve (STR) from Maharashtra. The inter-state tiger relocation project was 80 per cent successful as Zeenat went to Jharkhand and West Bengal and again brought back to STR. Now, both tigresses have been confined in their different territories, Jha said. In-breeding among the closed population has emerged as a looming threat to the striped predators in the protected area. Therefore, the STR authority had proposed to bring four tigers—two males and two females–from Maharashtra. After studying the behaviours of the two tigresses, steps will be taken to bring another tiger to the STR, he said. A similar move will be taken in future to bring tigers to the Satkosia Tiger Reserve, which doesn't have any tigers at present, the forest officer said. In 2018, the Odisha government had made a tiger translocation attempt at Satkosia Tiger Reserve. A tiger named Mahavir was brought from Kanha National Park and a tigress named Sundari from Bandhavgarh National Park, both in Madhya Pradesh, and released in Satkosia. While the tiger died after falling into a trap laid by poachers, the tigress was sent back to its original habitat after it allegedly killed two persons during its 30-month stay in Odisha. As per the latest census conducted by the Odisha forest department, 30 Royal Bengal Tigers were found in the state, of which 27 were found in the Similipal Tiger Reserve. On the Tiger Day, acclaimed sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik, in collaboration with World Wide Fund for Nature-India (WWF India), has created a sand sculpture featuring a 20-ft-long tiger surrounded by 51 small tigers at the Puri beach. Pattnaik said, 'It is an honour to collaborate with WWF-India on Global Tiger Day to create this sand art that reflects the tiger's deep connection with our forests and communities." 'Through my work, I aim to send a strong visual message about the importance of co-existence. The tiger is not just a symbol of power—it is a protector of our environment and it serves as a guardian of our ecosystem," he said. PTI BBM BBM RG view comments First Published: July 29, 2025, 19:15 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Randeep Hooda marks International Tiger Day with powerful conservation message
On the occasion of International Tiger Day , actor and wildlife enthusiast Randeep Hooda shared a compelling message underscoring the critical importance of tiger conservation . Known for his deep commitment to animal welfare and environmental issues, Hooda took to social media to highlight the broader implications of saving tigers. 'Tiger Day is not just about the tiger,' Hooda wrote in a heartfelt post. 'The presence of a tiger on any land basically means that millions of species of flora and fauna are thriving there.' He lauded India's global leadership in tiger conservation, noting the country's increasing tiger population, but warned of a growing concern: shrinking habitats. 'Where will these increased number of tigers go?' he asked. Hooda emphasized that protecting tigers is intrinsically linked to protecting entire ecosystems. 'To protect the tiger is to protect the habitats, the planet and in turn protect us, let's save ourselves,' he urged. A passionate wildlife photographer and conservation advocate, Hooda has spent years observing tigers in the wild across India. His personal experiences have only strengthened his resolve to champion the cause. 'There is no view as majestic and as primal as a tiger in nature,' he added. One of the few mainstream Indian actors actively involved in environmental advocacy, Hooda continues to use his platform to amplify urgent ecological issues. His International Tiger Day message serves as a poignant reminder that tiger conservation is not just about saving a species—it's about securing a future for all life on Earth.
India Today
3 days ago
- General
- India Today
International Tiger Day 2025: Why saving tigers matters more than ever
Every year on July 29, the world comes together to celebrate International Tiger Day. This special day is dedicated to raising awareness about tiger conservation and the urgent need to protect these magnificent animals. Tigers, known for their striking stripes and powerful presence, play a vital role in the health of ecosystems. However, due to threats like habitat loss, poaching, and human conflict, their numbers have drastically fallen. International Tiger Day highlights our shared responsibility to ensure tigers do not disappear from the wild and inspires actions to save HISTORY BEHIND INTERNATIONAL TIGER DAYInternational Tiger Day began in 2010 during the Saint Petersburg Tiger Summit in Russia. Representatives from 13 countries where tigers live joined hands to raise awareness about the rapid decline in the tiger population and the destruction of their natural habitats. They set a bold goal: to double the number of wild tigers worldwide by 2022. This day has since become an important symbol of global efforts to protect these endangered cats. WHY TIGERS ARE IMPORTANT TO OUR WORLDTigers are not just beautiful animals; they are apex predators. This means they sit at the top of the food chain and help maintain the balance of nature by controlling the population of other animals. Without tigers, ecosystems can become unbalanced, leading to overpopulation of some species and damage to vegetation. Tigers also act as indicators of a healthy forest, since their survival depends on large, well-protected THREATS TIGERS FACE TODAYSadly, the tiger population has decreased by over 95% in the last century. The main reasons include:Habitat loss: Cutting down forests for farming and development reduces tiger Tigers are hunted illegally for their skin, bones, and other body parts used in traditional conflict: As human settlements expand, tigers sometimes come into conflict with people, often with tragic change: Changes in the environment also threaten tiger INTERNATIONAL TIGER DAY IS CELEBRATEDOn this day, schools, wildlife organisations, and governments hold events aimed at educating the public and promoting tiger protection. Activities often include:Awareness campaigns about tiger planting and habitat restoration documentaries and educational for tiger reserves and anti-poaching the annual theme or message focused on tiger survivalWHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP TIGERSEveryone can contribute to tiger conservation in simple ways:Support wildlife organisations working to protect awareness about the importance of saving buying products made from tiger forest protection in your in or organise local environmental eventsInternational Tiger Day reminds us that the future of tigers depends on our actions today. Their survival is truly in our hands.- Ends
