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Time of India
16-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Solar-driven water lift helps Kuno's cheetahs survive heat
NEW DELHI: A solar-powered water lift system has emerged as a lifeline for the cheetah cubs born in Kuno National Park this summer, helping them survive extremely hot and harsh conditions. Temperatures soared to the high 40s across northwest and central India this June, putting immense pressure on water resources. In May 2023, three cubs born to Namibian cheetah Jwala died due to extreme heat in the national park in Madhya Pradesh. Learning from that experience, authorities have installed a solar-powered system to pump water from the Kuno river and transport it through an 8.6-km-long pipeline to sprinklers and water saucers at more than 15 locations inside the park. "Lifting water from Kuno river, taking it kilometres away, using sprinklers extensively to create green spaces, and improving water availability, especially for mother and new-born cubs in a planned way, have proved quite successful," according to video posted on X by additional principal chief conservator of forests and Cheetah Project director, Uttam Kumar Sharma. "The importance of water is felt only in its absence and it is nowhere as pronounced as in Kuno during peak summer... Under the incessant pummelling of hot winds called 'loo' and temperatures bordering 48 degrees Celsius, life becomes very difficult for wildlife, particularly the young ones," it said. South African cheetah Veera gave birth to two cubs in February 2025, while another South African cheetah, Nirva, gave birth to five cubs in April. Two of Nirva's cubs died, but officials said the rest are doing well. They said the cubs were experiencing such harsh conditions for the first time and both the mothers and their offspring were regularly using the water points, indicating the success of the initiative. Over 2022-23, 20 African cheetahs were brought to Kuno. Since then, 26 cubs have been born in India. Of these, 17 survived.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Solar-driven water lift helps Kuno's cheetahs survive heat
Representative image NEW DELHI: A solar-powered water lift system has emerged as a lifeline for the cheetah cubs born in Kuno National Park this summer, helping them survive extremely hot and harsh conditions. Temperatures soared to the high 40s across northwest and central India this June, putting immense pressure on water resources. In May 2023, three cubs born to Namibian cheetah Jwala died due to extreme heat in the national park in Madhya Pradesh. Learning from that experience, authorities have installed a solar-powered system to pump water from the Kuno river and transport it through an 8.6-km-long pipeline to sprinklers and water saucers at more than 15 locations inside the park. "Lifting water from Kuno river, taking it kilometres away, using sprinklers extensively to create green spaces, and improving water availability, especially for mother and new-born cubs in a planned way, have proved quite successful," according to video posted on X by additional principal chief conservator of forests and Cheetah Project director, Uttam Kumar Sharma. "The importance of water is felt only in its absence and it is nowhere as pronounced as in Kuno during peak summer. .. Under the incessant pummelling of hot winds called 'loo' and temperatures bordering 48 degrees Celsius, life becomes very difficult for wildlife, particularly the young ones," it said. South African cheetah Veera gave birth to two cubs in February 2025, while another South African cheetah, Nirva, gave birth to five cubs in April. Two of Nirva's cubs died, but officials said the rest are doing well. They said the cubs were experiencing such harsh conditions for the first time and both the mothers and their offspring were regularly using the water points, indicating the success of the initiative. Over 2022-23, 20 African cheetahs were brought to Kuno. Since then, 26 cubs have been born in India. Of these, 17 survived.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- General
- Time of India
Cheetah Nirva gives birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park: CM Yadav
Cheetah Nirva has given birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park (KNP) in Madhya Pradesh, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has said. With the new litter, the number of cheetahs and cubs will increase to 29 at KNP in Sheopur district. Earlier this month, two cheetahs from the protected forest were shifted to the Gandhi Sagar sanctuary. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack India stares at a 'water bomb' threat as it freezes Indus Treaty India readies short, mid & long-term Indus River plans Shehbaz Sharif calls India's stand "worn-out narrative" The total number of cheetahs, including cubs, in the country now stands at 31. In a post on X on Sunday night, Yadav said, "It is a great pleasure that the population of cheetahs at Kuno National Park is constantly growing. Recently, five-year-old Nirva has given birth to five cubs. The arrival of these little cubs is a symbol of the success of the Cheetah Project and the rich biodiversity of India." 5 5 Next Stay Playback speed 1x Normal Back 0.25x 0.5x 1x Normal 1.5x 2x 5 5 / Skip Ads by Yadav said that the favourable environment created for wildlife conservation under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is prospering. Hearty congratulations to the entire team of Kuno National Park, wildlife experts and every hard-working partner engaged in conservation for this historic achievement, Yadav stated. Live Events On April 20, two South African cheetahs, Prabhash and Pavak, who were translocated to Kuno more than two years ago, were released into the Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary, which spans Neemuch and Mandsaur districts. Eight Namibian cheetahs, five females and three males, were released into Kuno National Park on September 17, 2022, marking the first-ever intercontinental translocation of these big cats. Twelve more cheetahs were brought from South Africa to Kuno in February 2023. Before the birth of these five cubs, the park was home to 24 cheetahs, including 14 India-born cubs. Two of these big cats have now been relocated to Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary.
The Hindu
28-04-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Cheetah gives birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park
Cheetah Nirva has given birth to five cubs at the Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh, said Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Sunday. With the new litter, the number of cheetahs and cubs will increase to 29 at the Kuno park, located in the State's Sheopur district. Earlier this month, two cheetahs from the protected forest were shifted to the Gandhi Sagar sanctuary. The total number of cheetahs, including cubs, in the country now stands at 31. In a post on X on Sunday night, Mr. Yadav said, 'It is a great pleasure that the population of cheetahs at the Kuno National Park is constantly growing. Recently, 5-year-old Nirva has given birth to 5 cubs. The arrival of these little cubs is a symbol of the success of the Cheetah Project and the rich biodiversity of India.' The Chief Minister said the favourable environment created for wildlife conservation under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi was prospering. Hearty congratulations to the entire team of Kuno National Park, wildlife experts and every hard-working partner engaged in conservation for this historic achievement, Mr. Yadav stated. On April 20, two South African cheetahs, Prabhash and Pavak, who were translocated to Kuno more than two years ago, were released into the Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary, which spans Neemuch and Mandsaur districts. Eight Namibian cheetahs, five females and three males, were released into the Kuno National Park on September 17, 2022, marking the first-ever intercontinental translocation of these big cats. Twelve more cheetahs were brought from South Africa to Kuno in February 2023. Before the birth of these five cubs, the park was home to 24 cheetahs, including 14 India-born cubs. Two of these big cats have now been relocated to the Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary.
NDTV
27-04-2025
- General
- NDTV
Cheetah Nirva Gives Birth To 5 Cubs At Kuno National Park In Madhya Pradesh
Bhopal: Cheetah Nirva has given birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh, announced Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Sunday. With the new litter, the number of cheetahs and cubs will increase to 29 at the Kuno park, located in the state's Sheopur district. Earlier this month, two cheetahs from the protected forest were shifted to the Gandhi Sagar sanctuary. The total number of cheetahs, including cubs, in the country now stands at 31. In a post on X on Sunday night, Mr Yadav said, "It is a great pleasure that the population of cheetahs at Kuno National Park is constantly growing. Recently, 5-year-old Nirva has given birth to 5 cubs. The arrival of these little cubs is a symbol of the success of the Cheetah Project and the rich biodiversity of India." Yadav said that the favourable environment created for wildlife conservation under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is prospering. कूनो में नए मेहमानों का स्वागत है... अत्यंत प्रसन्नता है कि कूनो राष्ट्रीय उद्यान में चीतों का कुनबा निरंतर बढ़ रहा है। हाल ही में 5 वर्षीय नीरवा ने 5 शावकों को जन्म दिया है। इन नन्हे शावकों का आगमन चीता प्रोजेक्ट की सफलता और भारत की समृद्ध जैव-विविधता का प्रतीक है। माननीय… — Dr Mohan Yadav (@DrMohanYadav51) April 27, 2025 Hearty congratulations to the entire team of Kuno National Park, wildlife experts and every hard-working partner engaged in conservation for this historic achievement, Yadav stated. On April 20, two South African cheetahs, Prabhash and Pavak, who were translocated to Kuno more than two years ago, were released into the Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary, which spans Neemuch and Mandsaur districts. Eight Namibian cheetahs, five females and three males, were released into Kuno National Park on September 17, 2022, marking the first-ever intercontinental translocation of these big cats. Twelve more cheetahs were brought from South Africa to Kuno in February 2023. Before the birth of these five cubs, the park was home to 24 cheetahs, including 14 India-born cubs. Two of these big cats have now been relocated to Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary.
