World lauds India’s momentous success in doubling tiger population in 12 years: Kovind
International Tiger Day 2020: While people are celebrating the International Tiger Day on Wednesday, the netizens pledge to protect our national animal and conserve its habitat. International Tiger Day is celebrated to spread awareness about the need to protect tigers which are endangered species.
Meanwhile, President Ram Nath Kovind took to Twitter and wrote: "On International Tiger Day, the world lauds India’s momentous success in doubling tiger population in 12 years. I compliment the National Tiger Conservation Authority, Wildlife Institute of India, State Forest Depts, forest officers, and all stakeholders for this feat."
The Vice-Chairman at NITI Aayog wrote: "India is now home to 50 tiger reserves, having 2967 tigers. The progress made by the Government in ensuring the welfare of our national animal is phenomenal. Let us keep the success story going & celebrate our national animal every day."
Likewise, NITI Aayog on its official Twitter handle wrote: "With 70 percent of the world’s tiger population, India roars the loudest. India has taken proactive and successful steps in protecting its national animal. It's of extreme importance to preserve our biodiversity & ensure we coexist."
Union MInister Prakash Javadekar said in a tweet: "Project Tiger was launched in 1973 with just 9 tiger reserves. Today, India has 50 reserves having 2967 tigers. Tiger sits at the peak of the food chain and the increased numbers are a testimony of the robust bio-diversity."
Also Read | Ministry of Human Resource and Development (MHRD) renamed
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot tweeted: "On International Tiger Day, let us spread the message of the importance of protecting tigers. Tigers play a crucial role in preserving the whole ecosystem. It was the vision of former PM Smt. Indira Gandhi Ji behind the launch of Project Tiger & we are seeing its benefits today."
-PTC News
