Latest Madhya Pradesh Forest Department News & Updates

Bhopal, May 25 (IANS) A second autopsy of the tiger that killed a woman and injured three members of her family in Kherwa Tola locality of Panpatha village near Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve was performed on Monday. After the attack, the tiger retreated into the forest but later returned to the village in an unusual manner and was found lying motionless, officials said.Forest officials launched a rescue operation and darted the animal. However, it was found dead during the operation.A second post-mo…

Raisen, Feb 23 (IANS) Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Monday released five endangered vultures into their natural habitat in the Halali Dam water wetland in Raisen, one of the major reservoirs in the state, located approximately 40 km from the state capital Bhopal.​ Yadav stated that in Indian tradition, vultures symbolise strength and sacrifice. He congratulated the forest department on its efforts toward vulture conservation, stating that the government is firmly committed to conserving animal…

Bhopal, Jan 25 (IANS) In the 130th episode of his monthly radio address ‘Mann Ki Baat’, Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared an inspiring tale of dedication to environmental conservation, spotlighting Jagdish Prasad Ahirwar, a humble forest beat guard from Madhya Pradesh’s Panna district. Ahirwar’s proactive efforts to document and safeguard the region’s rich bounty of medicinal plants have not only earned national recognition but also underscored the vital role of grassroots initiatives in prese…