Bhopal: Exciting developments have taken place at Kuno National Park in Sheopur, Madhya Pradesh, as one of the park’s resident female cheetahs, Nirvah, recently gave birth to four cubs on November 22. This significant addition brings Kuno’s cheetah population to 24, including 12 cubs.
Conservationists and wildlife enthusiasts are celebrating this event as a remarkable milestone in India’s ambitious cheetah reintroduction project. The project aims not only to revive the cheetah population in India, where they were declared extinct in 1952, but also to establish a sustainable breeding center, marking a critical step toward restoring this iconic species to its natural habitat.
Though no official statement has been released by park authorities, confirmation is expected soon. Nirvah, one of the cheetahs brought from South Africa in 2022, has played a pivotal role in the success of this project. Her cubs represent a significant step forward, reinforcing the project’s impact and showcasing Kuno as a breeding ground for these majestic animals.
Recently, there was speculation about Nirvah’s pregnancy, prompting park management to enhance surveillance around her. As anticipated, she gave birth to her cubs, marking a joyous occasion for conservationists and wildlife enthusiasts.
In addition to Nirvah, there was also speculation that another female cheetah, Veera, might be pregnant. However, further observation revealed that Veera’s apparent pregnancy was actually due to hormonal changes, not an impending birth. This clarification put an end to the rumors and allowed park management to focus on monitoring Nirvah and her new cubs.
