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Crime
Cheetah Hunt in Kuno Raises Questions Over Wildlife Protection
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 02 Nov 2026, 04:45 PM
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A cheetah hunting incident at Kuno National Park has spotlighted lapses in wildlife protection, with authorities accused of not acting on a 2024 notice and the head of the forest force under scrutiny.
A cheetah was reportedly killed in a hunting incident at Kuno National Park, sparking criticism over the park’s wildlife protection protocols. Investigators say a notice issued in 2024 warning of potential poaching threats was ignored, leading to the loss of the endangered feline.
The incident has prompted calls for a review of the park’s monitoring systems and the role of the head of the forest force. Officials have denied any negligence, but the lack of action on the earlier notice has raised concerns among conservation groups.
Kuno, located in Madhya Pradesh, is a key habitat for several threatened species. The loss of a cheetah, one of the park’s flagship animals, has intensified pressure on authorities to strengthen anti-poaching measures and enforce existing wildlife laws.
Conservationists are urging the forest department to conduct a transparent inquiry and to implement stricter surveillance to prevent future incidents. The case has become a focal point for discussions on wildlife crime and governance in India.
The incident has prompted calls for a review of the park’s monitoring systems and the role of the head of the forest force. Officials have denied any negligence, but the lack of action on the earlier notice has raised concerns among conservation groups.
Kuno, located in Madhya Pradesh, is a key habitat for several threatened species. The loss of a cheetah, one of the park’s flagship animals, has intensified pressure on authorities to strengthen anti-poaching measures and enforce existing wildlife laws.
Conservationists are urging the forest department to conduct a transparent inquiry and to implement stricter surveillance to prevent future incidents. The case has become a focal point for discussions on wildlife crime and governance in India.