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Madhya Pradesh Notifies Kanha Extension as Protected Wildlife Zone.

Environment | Dated: 18 Apr 2026

To rigorously combat massive ecological degradation, the Madhya Pradesh government officially notified a heavily expansive 180 square kilometer extension to the Kanha Tiger Reserve. The newly protected zone strictly prevents completely illegal deforestation.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • Kanha is one of the absolutely largest tiger reserves in Central India.
  • It serves as a deeply vital habitat for entirely endangered Barasingha deer.
  • The reserve bridges the highly fertile Satpura and Pench forest corridors.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Sanctuary: Kanha Reserve.
  • State: Madhya Pradesh.
  • Focus: Wildlife Protection.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which major Tiger Reserve was recently granted a massive sanctuary extension by the Madhya Pradesh government to protect the Barasingha?

Correct Answer: Kanha Tiger Reserve

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Kanha Tiger Reserve

  • Location - Madhya Pradesh
  • State Animal Protected - Barasingha (Swamp Deer)