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Crime
Wildlife SOS chief interrogated for 27 hours in Madhya Pradesh tiger probe
✍️ Devdiscourse
🗓 04 Oct 2026, 01:17 AM
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The chief executive of Wildlife SOS was questioned for 27 hours by the Madhya Pradesh Tiger Strike Force as part of a probe into tiger‑related offences, reaffirming the organisation's commitment to wildlife protection.
The chief executive of the wildlife‑conservation NGO Wildlife SOS was subjected to a 27‑hour interrogation by officials of the Madhya Pradesh Tiger Strike Force. The questioning forms part of a broader investigation into alleged irregularities linked to tiger conservation efforts in the state.
During the session, the CEO reiterated that the organisation’s resolve to protect India’s tigers remains firm, despite the ongoing probe. No formal charges have been announced, and authorities have not disclosed the specific allegations under scrutiny.
The Tiger Strike Force, a special unit created by the Madhya Pradesh government, is tasked with curbing poaching, illegal trade and any malpractice that threatens the state's tiger population. The prolonged interrogation underscores the seriousness with which the state is pursuing the case.
Wildlife SOS, which operates rescue centres and rehabilitation programmes across the country, has not commented further on the investigation, stating that it will cooperate fully with law‑enforcement agencies.
The probe continues, and further updates are expected as the inquiry progresses.
During the session, the CEO reiterated that the organisation’s resolve to protect India’s tigers remains firm, despite the ongoing probe. No formal charges have been announced, and authorities have not disclosed the specific allegations under scrutiny.
The Tiger Strike Force, a special unit created by the Madhya Pradesh government, is tasked with curbing poaching, illegal trade and any malpractice that threatens the state's tiger population. The prolonged interrogation underscores the seriousness with which the state is pursuing the case.
Wildlife SOS, which operates rescue centres and rehabilitation programmes across the country, has not commented further on the investigation, stating that it will cooperate fully with law‑enforcement agencies.
The probe continues, and further updates are expected as the inquiry progresses.