Govt eyes 52-hectare 'Tiger Sanctuary' in Chitwan for problem tigers
Summary
The government plans to establish a 52-hectare Tiger Sanctuary in Devnagar, Chitwan, to house problem tigers, supporting conservation and eco-tourism amid Nepal's growing tiger population.
Key Points
- Nepal's tiger population has nearly tripled in over a decade, reaching 355 in 2022.
- There are currently sixteen problem tigers kept in enclosures across Chitwan, Bardiya, Banke, and Jawalakhel Zoo.
- The Ministry of Forests and Environment plans to build a 52-hectare Tiger Sanctuary in Devnagar, Chitwan.
- The sanctuary aims to provide rescued tigers a natural habitat, supporting both conservation and eco-tourism.
