India Announces Ratapani as its 57th Tiger Reserve
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Announcement | Union Minister Shri Bhupender Yadav announced Ratapani Tiger Reserve as India's 57th Tiger Reserve. |
| Location | Ratapani, Bhopal, and Sehore areas, Madhya Pradesh. |
| Reserve Area | Core: 763.8 sq km, Buffer: 507.6 sq km, Total: 1,271.4 sq km. |
| Previous Status | Ratapani Wildlife Sanctuary |
| Tiger Reserve Count | 8th tiger reserve in Madhya Pradesh, 57th in India. |
| Key Initiatives | Protection and habitat management, ecotourism development, community engagement. |
| Ecotourism Benefits | Boosts local economy, creates employment, enhances conservation awareness. |
| Community Involvement | Training and employment opportunities in conservation and tourism. |
| National Significance | Strengthens India's Project Tiger initiative, launched in 1973. |
| Global Leadership | Highlights India's role as a global leader in tiger conservation. |