Archive · 28 Jul 2026
India's tiger population doubles since 2006
India has more than doubled its tiger population since 2006, now home to 3,682 tigers.
This success is due to strong conservation efforts, including Project Tiger and the National Tiger Conservation Authority.
India now has the world's largest wild tiger population, with 70% of all wild tigers globally.
The country has established 58 tiger reserves covering about 2.56% of its geographical area.
Looking ahead, India aims to secure connected, climate-resilient tiger landscapes that support both wildlife and people.
India's tiger population has doubled since 2006, reaching 3,682.
India is home to 70% of the world's wild tigers.
Project Tiger and the National Tiger Conservation Authority provide robust governance for tiger habitats.
India has established 58 tiger reserves covering 84,500 square kilometres.
India aims to secure connected, climate-resilient tiger landscapes for the future.
- Who
- India's Environment Ministry
- What
- India's tiger population has doubled since 2006
- When
- As of 2022
- Where
- India
- Why
- Due to sustained policy support, scientific management, and community participation
Conservation Success
Challenges Ahead
Population Growth
Conservation Success
India has successfully doubled its tiger population since 2006, demonstrating effective conservation efforts.
Challenges Ahead
Despite progress, maintaining this growth requires ongoing commitment and resources.
Global Model
Conservation Success
India's tiger conservation efforts are recognized globally as a model for wildlife recovery.
Challenges Ahead
While successful, the model faces challenges such as habitat fragmentation and climate change.
- Current Tiger Population
- 3,682
- Area Covered in 2022 Estimation
- 6.41 lakh kilometres
- Percentage of Global Tiger Population
- 70%
- Number of Tiger Reserves
- 58
- Area of Tiger Reserves
- 84,500 square kilometres
- Percentage of India's Geographical Area Covered by Reserves
- 2.56%