The presence of tigress has been recorded in the camera trap in Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve. This is being considered a major success in wildlife conservation and habitat improvement.
Raipur. An important and encouraging news in the field of wildlife conservation has come out from Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve of Chhattisgarh. Recently, pictures and videos of a tigress have been continuously recorded in camera traps installed in different parts of the reserve. Forest Department officials say that this tigress has reached this area while wandering naturally and now seems to be moving towards settling here permanently.
Wildlife conservation efforts show positive impact
Under the leadership of Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai and guidance of Forest and Climate Change Minister Shri Kedar Kashyap, many effective steps are being taken continuously for wildlife conservation and promotion in the state. The presence of the tigress in the Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve is being seen as a major success of these efforts. The Forest Department has, in the last few years, paid special attention to creating a safe and conducive environment for wildlife. Now the presence of the tigress is showing the positive results of these conservation efforts.
Evidence of better housing and safe environment found
According to wildlife experts, any tiger or tigress choosing a forest area as its habitat is an indication that there is sufficient prey available, the habitat is favorable and the security system is better. This is being considered a major achievement for the Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve, which has been waiting for the return of tigers for a long time. The regular presence of the tigress indicates that the ecosystem throughout the forest area is strengthening and conservation efforts are moving in the right direction.
Tigress seen healthy and active in camera trap
According to forest officials, the tigress is seen completely healthy and active in the pictures and videos captured in the camera trap. It is clear from her activities that she is observing the area and is in the process of establishing her sphere of influence. Experts believe that if the current conditions remain favourable, then in the future this area can once again become the center of permanent presence of tigers.
Benefits of housing reform and anti-poaching campaign
During the last few years, extensive work has been done for habitat improvement and wildlife conservation in the Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve. These include important steps like intensive patrolling, strengthening of anti-poaching network, creation of hundreds of artificial water sources and springs, redevelopment of damaged forest areas and recovery of forest land by removing encroachments. The Forest Department believes that the presence of the tigress is a direct and positive result of these efforts.
Increased possibility of Central India becoming a major tiger hub
The evidence found in camera traps has infused new energy among forest officials, environmentalists and wildlife lovers. Experts say that if the tigress settles here permanently then Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve can again establish its identity among the major tiger habitats of Central India. Along with this, the possibilities of arrival of other tigers in future will also be strengthened, which will further strengthen the biodiversity balance of the entire area.
Surveillance will increase for the safety of tigress
The Forest Department has decided to further strengthen monitoring and conservation activities with the aim of protecting the tigress and maintaining a conducive environment for her. Officials say it is not just the presence of a tigress, but it is a symbol of forest regeneration, better conservation management and a positive response from nature. This knock of the tigress in Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve can prove to be the beginning of a new chapter in the direction of wildlife conservation in the coming times.