Cheetah Cub Shot and Dies in Madhya Pradesh; STF to Investigate

A 19‑month‑old cheetah cub was discovered dead in Madhya Pradesh after being shot, according to authorities. The incident took place in a wildlife area that is home to a small population of cheetahs. The Special Task Force (STF) has been notified and will investigate the shooting as a potential wildlife crime. The STF will look into the source of the firearm and any possible perpetrators. Conservationists have expressed concern over the vulnerability of the cheetah population in the state.