Tiger Reserves
Tiger Reserves are protected areas established to conserve the Bengal tiger and its habitat. They play a crucial role in biodiversity conservation. These reserves support various ecosystems and wildlife. They also promote eco-tourism, benefiting local economies. Established under the Wildlife Protection Act, they ensure the survival of tigers. Their management involves local communities, balancing conservation and development.
India had 52 tiger reserves in the period 2011-2021, and the India State of Forests Report 2021 recorded a net decrease of 22.62 sq km in forest cover...
April 25, 2026