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In Ranthambore, Tigress T-2307 is spotted with first litter of three cubs

With the tigress becoming a mother for the first time, the Forest Department has stepped up patrols and enhanced monitoring in sensitive zones to ensure the safety of the new family.

In Ranthambore, Tigress T-2307 is spotted with first litter of three cubsMinister Sanjay Sharma on social media, show the cubs — estimated to be between two-and-a-half to three months old — moving alongside their mother.

Tigress T-2307 has been spotted on a camera trap in the Ranthambore Tiger Reserve with her first litter of three cubs, forest officials confirmed on Monday. The images, shared by Forest Minister Sanjay Sharma on social media, show the cubs — estimated to be between two-and-a-half to three months old — moving alongside their mother.

According to DCF Manas Singh, “We got to know about the presence of the cubs in the images captured in the camera. With these cubs, Ranthambore now has around 19 cubs. Cubs remain classified as infants until they turn one, after which they are considered semi-adult. We are keeping a close surveillance for their protection.”

Officials said till now T-2307, a four-year-old tigress active mostly in the non-tourist area Kundera range, is the offspring of tiger T-121 and tigress T-111. Her territory, currently, covers the Bawdi Tiraha, Bairda, and Lahapur Cell areas.

With the tigress becoming a mother for the first time, the Forest Department has stepped up patrols and enhanced monitoring in sensitive zones to ensure the safety of the new family.

The arrival of new cubs is expected to increase the tiger population in Ranthambore. Wildlife experts consider this a positive result of safe habitat, improved monitoring, and continued conservation.

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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