New Delhi: An Indian-born female cheetah, Gamini, has given birth to four cubs in the wild at Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh, marking a major milestone in India’s cheetah conservation programme.
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav described the development as a significant step in the country’s efforts to reintroduce cheetahs. He noted that the birth is the first such instance in the wild since the programme began in 2022, and the first involving an Indian-born female cheetah.
Gamini, around 25 months old, has been living in the wild for over a year. The successful birth of four cubs under natural conditions highlights the growing adaptation of the species to Indian habitats.
The minister said the development reflects progress towards the core objective of the reintroduction initiative, which aims to ensure the survival and natural breeding of cheetahs in the wild. He added that the milestone demonstrates the effectiveness of sustained conservation and scientific management efforts at Kuno.
In a post on X, he also acknowledged the role of wildlife officials, veterinarians, and field staff, stating that their consistent efforts have contributed to this achievement.
The birth is expected to strengthen India’s ongoing efforts to establish a stable cheetah population in the wild.
