Archive · 10 Dec 2025
Madhya Pradesh Approves Cheetah Habitat and Investments
The government of Madhya Pradesh has decided to create a new home for cheetahs in a place called Nauradehi.
This will be the third such home in the state.
Currently, there are 31 cheetahs in Madhya Pradesh, with most of them living in a place called Kuno.
The government also made special rules to help businesses grow in a nearby area, which will create many new jobs.
They also approved money to build better roads and more hospitals.
Additionally, they approved investments worth ₹3,300 crore in Khajuraho, which will create jobs for many people.
Madhya Pradesh approved Nauradehi as the third cheetah habitat.
Current cheetah population: 31 (28 at Kuno, 3 at Gandhi Sagar).
Eight cheetahs from Botswana expected in January 2026.
Special industrial incentives approved for Maswasi Grant in Sagar.
Cabinet approved road upgradation and new medical college posts.
- Who
- Madhya Pradesh government
- What
- Approved third cheetah habitat and industrial incentives
- When
- Cabinet meeting on Tuesday
- Where
- Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh
- Why
- To expand cheetah habitat and boost industrial development in Bundelkhand
Development Focus
Environmental Concerns
Industrial Development
Development Focus
Promotes economic growth and job creation in Bundelkhand.
Environmental Concerns
Potential environmental impact on local ecosystems.
- Location
- Nauradehi, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh
- Current Cheetah Population
- 31 (28 at Kuno, 3 at Gandhi Sagar)
- Expected New Cheetahs
- 8 from Botswana in January 2026
- Industrial Incentives
- ₹1 per square meter land lease, 100% stamp duty reimbursement, 5-year electricity duty exemption
- Expected Investment
- ₹24,240 crore
- Expected Employment
- Over 29,000 jobs
- Road Upgradation Cost
- ₹2,059.85 crore
- Medical College Posts
- 990 regular, 615 outsourced
- Investment in Khajuraho
- ₹3,300 crore
- Jobs Created in Khajuraho
- 2,490
Sources
MP to develop third habitat for cheetahs
Madhya Pradesh Cabinet Approves to Develop Nauradehi As 3rd Cheetah Habitat
MP News: Cabinet Committee On Investment Promotion Gives Green Signal For Investment In Khajuraho Worth ₹3,300 Crore
MP News: Cabinet Okays Special Industrial Promotion Package To Maswasi Grant In Sagar