The Madhya Pradesh High Court has raised serious concerns over the increasing number of tiger deaths in the state, famously known as the “Tiger State”. The court questioned why tigers are not safe in a state that hosts the country’s largest tiger population.
A public interest petition has been filed, claiming that 54 tigers died in 2025, and asserting that tiger body parts are being smuggled to Nepal and China after poaching. The petition also demands the construction of underbridges beneath railway tracks in Ratapani Tiger Reserve to prevent animal deaths.
Court issues notice to centre, state, and NTCA
The bench comprising Chief Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva and Justice Vinay Saraf heard the petition on Tuesday (January 20).
The court issued notices to both the central and state governments, seeking their response. The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has also been served a notice.
The next hearing is scheduled for February 11