New Delhi: Kuno National Park, situated in the Gwalior-Chambal region of Madhya Pradesh, celebrated the birth of three healthy cheetah cubs on Tuesday, born to Gamini, the South African cheetah and a second-time mother.
This birth marks the ninth successful cheetah litter in India, increasing the number of surviving Indian-born cubs to 27. With these additions, India’s total cheetah population now stands at 38, highlighting the country’s ongoing commitment to wildlife conservation.
Union Cabinet Minister for Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, shared the news on his X handle.
The arrival of the new cubs coincides with the third anniversary of the cheetahs from South Africa to Kuno National Park. Each birth strengthens the foundations of Project Cheetah, reflecting the tireless dedication of field staff and veterinary teams who have nurtured this historic conservation effort.
The park’s team expressed their joy at the milestone, emphasizing that every cub is a step closer to reviving the cheetah population in India. Gamini and her three cubs are expected to thrive under careful monitoring, contributing to India’s growing pride in its wildlife restoration initiatives.
“A moment of pride for Kuno, and for India – may Gamini and her three little sprinters grow strong and carry the nation’s cheetah revival story forward with speed and grace,” Yadav said in the post on X.
