Kuno National Park
Kuno National Park (KNP) in Sheopur district of Madhya Pradesh was selected as the primary site for cheetah reintroduction after extensive habitat assessment. Originally developed as a potential site for Asiatic lion translocation from Gir, it was later repurposed for Project Cheetah.
- Spread over 748 sq km (with a core area of 487 sq km), located in the Vindhyan hills of north Madhya Pradesh
- The park's dry deciduous forests and grasslands provide suitable habitat for cheetahs
- Previously designated as a wildlife sanctuary in 1981 and upgraded to a national park in 2018
- 24 villages were relocated from the core area in the early 2000s during preparations for Asiatic lion translocation
- The park also supports populations of leopards, hyenas, wolves, and various prey species including chital, sambar, nilgai, and chinkara
● Tracked since February 07, 2026 · last seen May 11, 2026 · updates as the daily brief publishes
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