New Delhi, March 9 Namibian cheetah Jwala gave birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh on Monday, bringing the country's total cheetah population to 53, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav announced.
This development comes days after cheetah Gamini gave birth to four cubs at the same park.
"This is a moment of great pride for the Cheetah Project, as Jwala, the Namibian cheetah and a successful mother for the third time, gave birth to five cubs today at Kuno National Park. With this birth, the number of thriving Indian-born cubs has risen to 33, marking the 10th successful cheetah litter on Indian soil – another important milestone in India’s cheetah conservation journey," Yadav said in a post on X.
The minister said this achievement reflected the dedicated efforts, skills, and commitment of the veterinarians, field staff, and all those involved who continue to work tirelessly on the ground.
"With the arrival of these cubs, the total cheetah population in India has now reached 53. This is a historic and heartwarming moment for wildlife conservation.
"May Jwala and her cubs grow strong and race ahead, carrying India's cheetah story to even greater heights," he said.
