Launched in 1973 from Jim Corbett National Park, Project Tiger aims to protect and preserve the endangered tiger species.
At the turn of the 20th century, India had a tiger population of 20,000 to 40,000, making it vital to take action.
The Wildlife Protection Act of 1972 paved the way for Project Tiger's initiation, with the ambitious goal of increasing tiger numbers.
The Wildlife Protection Act of 1972 paved the way for Project Tiger's initiation, with the ambitious goal of increasing tiger numbers.
Initially, there were nine tiger reserves, but now India boasts 47 reserves spread across 18 tiger range states.
