Madhav National Park, in Madhya Pradesh’s Shivpuri district, has been formally recognised as India’s 58th Tiger Reserve. This milestone highlights India’s continuous commitment to wildlife conservation and tiger habitat expansion. The park covers 354.6 square kilometres and has a diversified environment of forests, grasslands, and lakes, making it a perfect habitat for tigers and other species.
Historically, Madhav National Park was a hunting field for Mughal emperors and Gwalior Maharajas. Akbar captured elephants here, and the Scindia dynasty used the area extensively for hunting expeditions. The park was named after Maharaja Madho Rao Scindia and became a national park in 1958 before being designated as a tiger reserve.
Madhya Pradesh currently has nine tiger reserves, making it the state with the most in India. The state continues to play an important role in national conservation efforts, helping to safeguard endangered species and maintain ecological balance.
India presently shelters more than 70% of the world’s wild tiger population, with an estimated 3,682 tigers. The designation of Madhav National Park as a protected reserve strengthens conservation efforts, assuring a safe and sustainable future for these majestic animals while also boosting the region’s biodiversity.
