Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav released two male Great Indian Bustards into Rajasthan’s Sam Desert National Park, marking a key step in the species recovery programme. The initiative follows years of captive breeding, research and conservation efforts aimed at restoring the critically endangered bird
Vultures are making a comeback in India after toxic drug bans, with 700 birds bred in captivity and phased releases in tiger reserves. BNHS-led efforts show survival success, natural breeding, and dispersal, though safe food sources remain critical for recovery
