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Mother dead, daughter moved — the fate of two tigresses in Ranthambore National Park

The young tigress, Kankati, was first seen with her mother Arrowhead and two siblings in Zone No. 2 at Ranthambore Tiger reserve on July 25, 2023.

Kankati tigress relocated, Kankati tiger attacks, Ranthambore tigress Kankati, Arrowhead tigress death, Arrowhead brain tumour,Arrowhead is the daughter of the legendary 'Machali', arguably Ranthambore’s most photographed tigress. (Express photo)

The young tigress who is suspected to have mauled two people – including a forest ranger –at Rajasthan’s Ranthambore National Park was moved to Mukundara Tiger Reserve Thursday morning. This came on a day when her mother Arrowhead died of a brain tumour.

The young tigress, Kankati, was first seen with her mother Arrowhead and two siblings in Zone No. 2 at Ranthambore Tiger reserve on July 25, 2023.

Arrowhead is the daughter of the legendary ‘Machali’, arguably Ranthambore’s most photographed tigress.  Her male cub had been moved to Keladevi Sanctuary in Karauli.

Chief Conservator of Forest Suganaram confirmed the move. “The tigress will be kept in a soft enclosure of Dara in Mukundra. This enclosure is over 8,000 sq. metre, which will provide enough space for the tigress to venture and move around,” he said.

Kankati tigress relocated, Kankati tiger attacks, Ranthambore tigress Kankati, Arrowhead tigress death, Arrowhead brain tumour, Forest officials capture Tigress Kankati. (Express photo)

Kankati is believed to be behind two attacks — the forest ranger, Devendra Chaudhary, who was killed on May 11 and a 7-year-old child at a temple in the sanctuary on April 16.

With Kankati being moved there, Mukundara now has four tigers – one male and three females.

Meanwhile, forest officials said Arrowhead died Thursday morning. Her death came shortly after Kankati was moved.

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This comes days after a video of Arrowhead showed her waiting in ambush and eventually hunting and killing a crocodile on the banks of Padmala pond near Jogi Mahal in Ranthambore’s Zone Number 3.

Parul Kulshrestha is a Principal Correspondent for The Indian Express, based in Rajasthan. A lawyer turned journalist, she brings a unique cross-disciplinary perspective to her reporting, blending legal precision with deep social inquiry to cover one of India's most culturally and politically vibrant regions. Expertise and Experience Legal-Journalistic Synergy: Parul’s transition from a legal background to mainstream journalism provides her with a distinct advantage in interpreting policy, legislation, and judicial impacts. This expertise allows her to "read between the lines" of government orders and court rulings affecting the public. Diverse Beat: With years of experience across both mainstream newsrooms and independent journalism, she has built high-level authority in several critical areas: Nomadic Tribes & Marginalized Communities: She is recognized for her sensitive and in-depth reporting on the struggles and rights of Rajasthan's nomadic populations, often giving a voice to those outside the traditional political spotlight. Gender & Social Justice: Parul focuses on the intersection of law and gender, covering issues ranging from women’s safety and reproductive rights to the socio-economic empowerment of rural women. Environmental & Political Reporting: She tracks Rajasthan’s complex political landscape—including electoral shifts and bureaucratic changes—alongside critical environmental concerns like water scarcity and land use. Academic & Professional Pedigree: Her background as a lawyer, combined with her rise to the rank of Principal Correspondent at a national broadsheet, establishes her as a senior voice in the media landscape. ... Read More

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