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Madhya Pradesh, popularly known as the 'Tiger State', is known for its tiger population and conservation. As per the 2022 census, Madhya Pradesh has 785 tigers, the highest in the country. Of these, 563 tigers are in tiger reserves and 222 are in tiger reserves and outside tiger reserves (protected areas). Due to the closure of tiger safaris from July to September, tourism activities in tiger reserves are reduced, affecting the local community, hotel operators and beneficiaries associated with tourism. Keeping this fact in mind, the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board, in collaboration with the Forest Department and the local district administration, has launched a series of activities including jungle safaris, nature walks, tree-house stays, village visits and stargazing in the buffer zone to enhance the tourist experience. Workshops will be organized in tiger reserves, starting with Pench National Park, to bring all the stakeholders on one platform.
Shri Shiv Shekhar Shukla, Principal Secretary, Tourism and Culture Department and Managing Director, Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board said that Madhya Pradesh Tourism Board is committed to responsible tourism and is focusing on minimising environmental impact and ensuring the participation of local communities. It aims to maintain tourism activities even during July to September and generate employment opportunities for local residents by increasing cooperation with the Forest Department, local administration and tourism stakeholders.
All 7 Tiger Reserves of Madhya Pradesh…
Bandhavgarh National Park: Home to a rich population of 165 tigers
Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve is spread across Umaria and Katni districts. Spread over an area of 1,536.93 sq km, the reserve has a thriving tiger population of 165 tigers. Bandhavgarh is one of the smallest but wildlife-rich parks and has the highest density of tigers in India. It is estimated that there is one tiger for every 14 km.
Kanha National Park: A pioneer in conservation initiatives,
The Kanha Tiger Reserve stretches across Mandla and Balaghat districts and is one of the major tiger reserves in the country and the largest national park in the state with a population of 129 tigers. The lush forests of Kanha are considered the inspiration for “The Jungle Book”.
Pench Tiger Reserve: More than a wildlife sanctuary,
Pench National Park is spread across Seoni and Chhindwara districts. Pench National Park is famous for its rich population of 123 tigers in an area of 1179.63 sq km, which gives the possibility of tracking a tiger every 19 km. Pench Tiger Reserve is a living chapter of Rudyard Kipling's iconic story, “The Jungle Book”.
Veerangana Durgawati Tiger Reserve: The newest reserve in the heart of incredible India,
Spread across Sagar, Damoh, Narsinghpur, Veerangana Durgawati Tiger Reserve is the newest tiger reserve in Madhya Pradesh. Spread across 2339 square kilometers, this tiger reserve has 15 tigers.
Satpura Tiger Reserve: Included in the tentative list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Satpura Tiger Reserve attracts tourists with its outstanding natural beauty. It is known as the “seven folds” emerging from the Satpura mountain range. According to an estimate, there are 62 tigers in the reserve. Satpura Reserve also has 10,000-year-old ancient rock paintings, which make it a memorable experience. It has been included in the tentative list of World Heritage Sites in the natural category of UNESCO.
Panna Tiger Reserve: Panna Tiger Reserve the land of Ken River
It is spread over 1,598.10 square kilometers in Panna and Chhatarpur districts. There are 64 tigers here. The view of Ken river during the safari is etched in the memory.
Sanjay-Dubri National Park and Tiger Reserve: Paradise for wildlife,
Consisting of evergreen sal, bamboo and mixed forests, Sanjay-Dubri Tiger Reserve is spread across 1,674.5 sq km and is in Shahdol district, a haven for wildlife. The reserve plays a vital role in tiger conservation and is home to around 20 tigers, 152 species of birds, 32 species of mammals, 11 species of reptiles, 34 species of freshwater fish.
