New Delhi, March 4 -- India's tiger conservation efforts have gained global recognition, particularly since the launch of Project Tiger in 1973. Over the past five decades, the country has made significant strides in protecting tigers and their habitats. According to the latest 2022 All India Tiger Estimation Report, India's tiger population has risen to nearly 3,080 individuals, a sharp increase from 2,461 in 2018.

The success of India's conservation initiatives can largely be attributed to the establishment of 53 tiger reserves, covering around 72,000 square kilometres across 18 states.

While these numbers are encouraging, the growing tiger population has also introduced new challenges. As tigers expand into new territories, human-tig...