Assam’s Tiger Numbers Rise, Deaths Raise Conservation Concerns

Assam’s tiger population has increased sharply from 70 in 2006 to 227 in 2022, marking a major conservation success. However, four tiger deaths reported in Kaziranga National Park in the first two months of this year have raised concerns. Officials and experts say the deaths were due to infighting caused by high tiger density and limited dispersal space. Conservationists stress that while such conflicts are natural, improving nearby habitats and wildlife corridors is vital for long-term tiger survival.