ADVERTISEMENTAn Indian Air Force MI-17 helicopter airlifted the tigress, along with her cage, at around 4.55 pm. "Pench tigress PN-224 was captured from the wild and airlifted from Sukatra airstrip to Rajasthan. This operation is an excellent example of scientific wildlife management and technical prowess," Pench Tiger Reserve deputy director Rajneesh Singh said. Officials said the entire process was conducted under the guidance of Pench Tiger Reserve field director Devprasad J and deputy director Rajneesh Kumar Singh. Following her relocation, officials said the tigress’ health parameters, including temperature, heartbeat and respiration, were found to be normal.

Source: The Telegraph December 22, 2025 10:24 UTC