158 Blackbucks Successfully Rescued in Titwas Village in MP's Shajapur
Under the guidance of the Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister, Dr. Mohan Yadav, the second phase of a blackbuck capture and relocation operation is underway in the Shajapur–Shujalpur region of the Malwa belt. As part of this initiative, 158 blackbucks were successfully rescued in Titwas village, located in the Shujalpur tehsil of Shajapur district.
The primary objective of this operation is to mitigate human-wildlife conflict and reduce damage to crops, provide relief to affected rural communities, and safely relocate the blackbucks to suitable wildlife habitats. A target has been set to relocate a total of 2,000 blackbucks during this second phase of the operation.
The operation is being supported technically by 'Conservation Solutions,' an expert organization from South Africa. Additionally, a team comprising veterinarians, forest officials, and trained field staff from various districts across Madhya Pradesh is carrying out the safe rescue, handling, and transport of the animals, strictly adhering to established protocols. The safety and welfare of the wildlife are being given the highest priority throughout the operation.
The Forest Department is conducting this operation with the cooperation of the district administration, public representatives, and local villagers. The department has appealed to the public to extend necessary support to the team during the operation and to contribute to ensuring the safety of the wildlife and the smooth execution of the process.