Historic Birth: Namibian Cheetah Jwala Welcomes Five Cubs at Kuno National Park!

In a remarkable achievement for wildlife conservation, Jwala, a Namibian cheetah, has given birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park, raising India's cheetah population to 53. This event follows the recent birth of four cubs by another cheetah, Gamini. Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav celebrated this milestone, highlighting the dedication of the team behind Project Cheetah. With this latest litter, the number of thriving Indian-born cubs has reached 33, marking a significant step in India's efforts to conserve this majestic species. Read on to discover more about this heartwarming event and its implications for wildlife conservation.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 9, 2026, 15:35 IST

A Milestone in Cheetah Conservation

New Delhi: On Monday, Jwala, a Namibian cheetah, gave birth to five adorable cubs at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh, bringing India's cheetah population to a total of 53, as announced by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav.

This joyful event follows closely on the heels of another significant birth, where cheetah Gamini welcomed four cubs at the same location.

Jwala, a seasoned mother, has successfully given birth for the third time, marking a proud moment for Project Cheetah. With this latest litter, the number of thriving Indian-born cubs has now reached 33, representing the 10th successful cheetah litter in India—a remarkable achievement in the nation's cheetah conservation efforts, Yadav shared on X.

The minister emphasized that this success is a testament to the unwavering dedication, expertise, and hard work of veterinarians and field staff who are committed to wildlife conservation.

With the birth of these cubs, India's cheetah population has reached a historic milestone. Yadav expressed hopes that Jwala and her cubs will thrive and contribute to the ongoing narrative of cheetah conservation in India.