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41 tiger deaths in state in one year; 8 killed in accidents
Check-posts have been established at necessary locations in hypersensitive zones to conduct regular vehicle inspections.
A written question was raised in the Assembly regarding tiger deaths. (Credits: Pexels)
Maharashtra’s Forest Minister Ganesh Naik informed the Legislative Assembly in a written reply that 41 tigers died due to various reasons in the state during 2025. Out of these, 28 deaths were natural, while 8 tigers died in accidents, 4 due to electrocution, and one was killed in poaching.
A written question was raised in the Assembly regarding tiger deaths, inquiring about the total number of fatalities and the steps being taken by the government to prevent deaths caused by electrocution, poaching, and accidents.
In his response, Naik stated that to prevent wildlife deaths in railway accidents, instructions have been issued to the Railways to construct underpasses and overpasses in forest areas along newly proposed rail lines. Additionally, a speed limit of 40 km/h has been mandated for trains passing through these sectors.
To curb poaching, he mentioned that regular patrolling is conducted by teams of the Special Tiger Protection Force. Informers have been appointed at the range level to gather intelligence on poachers, and wireless communication systems have been activated in sensitive areas.
Check-posts have been established at necessary locations in hypersensitive zones to conduct regular vehicle inspections. A fortnightly tracking programme for tigers and leopards is implemented at the range level to monitor their presence. Furthermore, temporary camps of nomadic groups near villages are inspected, and their movements are closely monitored. Camera traps have been installed at tiger corridors, waterholes, and other critical locations to track suspicious activities, and water bodies are regularly inspected to prevent poisoning.
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