Maharashtra Reports 41 Tiger Deaths in 2025; Safety Measures Proposed

In 2025, Maharashtra recorded 41 tiger deaths, with 28 due to natural causes, eight from accidents, four from electrocution, and one from poaching, according to Forest Minister Ganesh Naik. The Ballarshah-Gondia railway line, passing through sensitive tiger reserves, has been identified as a high-risk area, with five tiger deaths since 2011. The government is implementing safety measures including underpasses, speed limits, and waste management, alongside proposals to recruit personnel for rescue units to address rising human-wildlife conflicts amid increasing tiger populations.