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West Bengal govt exploring tiger reintroduction opportunities, says Union Environment Minister Bhupendra Yadav

Citing the successful tiger reintroduction in Sariska, Rajasthan, where their population has increased from zero in 2008 to 56 now, the minister stated that they are working towards a similar vision for the land of the Royal Bengal tiger

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With a BJP government at the helm in West Bengal, the Centre is now exploring the reintroduction of tigers in suitable landscapes in the state, Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said on Tuesday.

Citing the successful tiger reintroduction in Sariska, Rajasthan, where their population has increased from zero in 2008 to 56 now, the minister stated that they are working towards a similar vision for the land of the Royal Bengal tiger.

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