International Tiger Day 2025: 25 Tigers Roam Bhopal’s Fringes, Experts Raise Man-Animal Conflict; CM Mohan Yadav To Inaugurate Wildlife Translocation

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): Bhopal isn’t just bordered by forests; it’s also increasingly shared with urban tigers. As per rough estimates, around 25 tigers frequently move in and out of the Ratapani forest, skirting outskirts of Bhopal before retreating into the jungle.

This movement is fluid and seasonal, but currently, five tigers are reported to be actively roaming the forest edges near the city. Experts say this growing urban-wild interface requires close monitoring to prevent conflict and ensure both human safety and wildlife conservation.

Special programme in Bhopal; CM to visit wildlife exhibitions

A state-level program will be held at Kushabhau Thackeray Convention Center in Bhopal on the occasion of International Tiger Day on Tuesday. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav will inaugurate wildlife translocation, rescue and dog squad vehicles.

The Chief Minister will visit the exhibitions displayed on the theme of wildlife conservation activities. He will also reward the forest protection committees, eco-development committees, village forest committees and forest personnel who have done excellent work in the field of wildlife conservation.

Notably, Madhya Pradesh house maximum number of tigers in the country. Of all the nine reserves and wildlife sanctuaries, Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve has the highest number of tigers, and is the most famous tiger reserve of the state.