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PRESIDENT OF INDIA VISITS KUNO NATIONAL PARK
Exploring India's Cheetah Reintroduction Initiative at Kuno National Park
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Samachar Pathshala Desk
Published 21 Jun 2026 · 1 min
Presidential Visit to Kuno National Park
On June 21, 2026, the President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, visited Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh. This visit emphasized the significance of Project Cheetah, aimed at restoring the cheetah population in India.
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Reintroduction of Cheetahs in India
This initiative highlights India's efforts in wildlife conservation and biodiversity. It also reflects international cooperation, as cheetahs were sourced from Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa.
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