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Female Cheetah CCB-2 Arrives at Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bhopal
🗓 20 Sep 2026, 09:36 AM
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A Botswana‑origin female cheetah, identified as CCB-2, is scheduled to be transferred to Gandhi Sagar wildlife sanctuary on Sunday, marking a new addition to the reserve’s big‑cat roster.
The Department of Forests in Madhya Pradesh announced that a female cheetah sourced from Botswana, bearing the identification tag CCB-2, will be moved to Gandhi Sagar wildlife sanctuary on Sunday. The relocation is part of the state’s ongoing effort to re‑establish a viable cheetah population in the region.
Gandhi Sagar, located on the banks of the Chambal River, has been identified as a suitable habitat for the big cat due to its open grasslands and prey base. Officials have prepared a transport plan that includes veterinary supervision and a temporary holding enclosure at the sanctuary to ensure the animal’s safety during acclimatization.
The arrival of CCB-2 follows previous introductions of cheetahs in other Madhya Pradesh reserves, reflecting the broader national program aimed at restoring the species that disappeared from the country in the 20th century. Conservationists hope that the new female will eventually contribute to breeding efforts, enhancing genetic diversity.
Local authorities have urged visitors to respect the sanctuary’s guidelines and avoid disturbance as the cheetah settles into its new environment. Further updates on the animal’s health and adaptation will be provided by forest officials in the coming weeks.
Gandhi Sagar, located on the banks of the Chambal River, has been identified as a suitable habitat for the big cat due to its open grasslands and prey base. Officials have prepared a transport plan that includes veterinary supervision and a temporary holding enclosure at the sanctuary to ensure the animal’s safety during acclimatization.
The arrival of CCB-2 follows previous introductions of cheetahs in other Madhya Pradesh reserves, reflecting the broader national program aimed at restoring the species that disappeared from the country in the 20th century. Conservationists hope that the new female will eventually contribute to breeding efforts, enhancing genetic diversity.
Local authorities have urged visitors to respect the sanctuary’s guidelines and avoid disturbance as the cheetah settles into its new environment. Further updates on the animal’s health and adaptation will be provided by forest officials in the coming weeks.