Over the past 20 years, India has managed to nearly triple its population of wild tigers. According to data released on the occasion of International Tiger Day by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, the number of tigers in the country was only 1,411 in 2006, while in 2023, their average population reached 3,682, and this year it is approaching 4,000. The ministry noted that the annual growth rate is 6.1%.
The modern era of wildlife conservation in India began with the adoption of the Wildlife Protection Act in 1972. This was followed by innovative initiatives and projects from the National Tiger Conservation Authority, the Government of India, and state authorities. Over the years, the number of reserves where tigers—who are a national symbol of the country—live has increased from 9 to 54.
Currently, India is home to 70% of all wild tigers on Earth. For the country, the tiger is not just a national symbol; the animal occupies a significant place in mythology and folklore. It is associated with strength, power, and protection. Songs and films are dedicated to it, legends are told, and poems are sung. It is no coincidence that on International Tiger Day, a poem by Tanveer Ghazi was published in India, paying poetic tribute to the majestic big cat. The poem, set to music by composer Shantanu Moitra, celebrates the coexistence of people and tigers, as well as ongoing efforts to conserve these animals.
According to the latest data from the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), the global population of wild tigers has increased from about 3,200 in 2010 to approximately 5,500 in 2024, with countries like China, Russia, India, and Nepal having doubled their wild tiger populations.
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