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Injured Tigress Rescued in Madhya Pradesh

A young tigress is rescued, shifted for treatment. She had a leg injury and was hungry for days.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
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City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sat, 11 July 2026 at 09:21 am
Injured Tigress Rescued in Madhya Pradesh

A 15 to 18-month-old tigress was rescued from Veerangana Durgawati Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh on Thursday. The rescue operation was carried out after the tigress was found to be suffering from a leg injury and had been hungry for several days.

The tigress was spotted on July 7 after a labourer was attacked by a feline in Mohli circle on July 5. A woman forest guard accompanying the labourer noticed that the paw size of the feline was small, which led to a search operation being launched.

An elephant squad was deployed to understand the tigress's behaviour, and on July 8, the monitoring team found that she had been hungry for several days and had a wound on one of her legs. Due to the injury, she was unable to walk properly.

Wildlife experts were called in, and on July 9, a search operation was launched to trace the tigress. She was tranquilised after being spotted and underwent a medical examination, which revealed that her stomach was empty and she had swelling in her leg.

The tigress was then translocated to the Centre for Wildlife Health and Forensic in Jabalpur for further treatment. The rescue operation was successful, and the tigress is currently receiving the care she needs.

Veerangana Durgawati Tiger Reserve is a protected area in Madhya Pradesh, and the rescue operation highlights the importance of conservation efforts in the state. The reserve is home to several wild animals, including tigers, and the authorities are working to ensure their safety and well-being.

The rescue of the injured tigress is a significant event, and it demonstrates the commitment of the wildlife authorities in Madhya Pradesh to protect and conserve the state's wildlife. The operation also underscores the need for continued efforts to protect and preserve the natural habitats of wild animals.

The Centre for Wildlife Health and Forensic in Jabalpur is equipped to provide the necessary care and treatment to the injured tigress. The centre has a team of experienced wildlife experts and veterinarians who are working to nurse the tigress back to health.

The rescue operation is a positive development, and it is hoped that the tigress will make a full recovery. The incident also highlights the importance of raising awareness about wildlife conservation and the need to protect wild animals and their habitats.

In conclusion, the rescue of the injured tigress in Madhya Pradesh is a significant event that highlights the importance of conservation efforts in the state. The operation demonstrates the commitment of the wildlife authorities to protect and conserve the state's wildlife, and it is hoped that the tigress will make a full recovery.

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