India, June 2 -- A white tiger cub at Nandankanan Zoological Park died on Sunday evening, the zoo authorities said. The cub was one of three born to melanistic tiger Krishna and white tigress Rupa on November 2 last year.

As per official sources, the cub had been under veterinary supervision since March this year after showing signs of lameness. It had been undergoing treatment that included medication, diagnostic imaging, and nutritional support. Experts from the Centre for Wildlife health (CWH) were also consulted, but blood tests did not reveal any serious abnormalities. Though there was some improvement, the cub continued to show signs of physical weakness.

According to zoo officials, the cub ate normally and appeared fine on the n...