India's cheetah population reaches 53 as Namibian cheetah Jwala gives birth to five cubs
The development comes days after cheetah Gamini gave birth to four cubs at KNP.
India’s cheetah population on Monday crossed the half-century mark, with Namibian cheetah Jwala giving birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh.
With the latest arrivals, the country's total cheetah population has reached 53.
Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Dr Mohan Yadav, shared the good news from Kuno National Park in a post on his X account, calling it a proud moment for wildlife conservation and a strong testament to the success of India’s cheetah reintroduction efforts.
The development comes days after cheetah Gamini gave birth to four cubs at KNP.
Union Cabinet Minister for Environment, Bhupender Yadav, called it a moment of great pride for Project Cheetah.
He said Jwala, the Namibian cheetah, is a successful third-time mother.
“With this birth, the number of Indian-born thriving cubs has risen to 33, marking the 10th successful cheetah litter on Indian soil—another important milestone in India’s cheetah conservation journey,” Yadav added.
Yadav hailed the veterinarians, field staff, and all others involved in the achievement, saying it reflects their dedicated efforts, skill, and commitment.
Yadav further, calling it a historic and heart-warming moment for wildlife conservation, wished that Jwala and her cubs grow strong and race ahead, carrying India’s cheetah story to even greater heights.
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