Pench Tiger Reserve's Tigress Langdi Dies at Age 18, Leaving Legacy

Langdi, an 18-year-old tigress from Pench Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh, died of old age, marking the end of a notable life marked by resilience. Born with a congenital deformity causing a limp, she survived and thrived in the wild, giving birth to 10 cubs that helped strengthen the local tiger population. Forest officials conducted a post-mortem following NTCA guidelines and performed last rites. Langdi's story highlights challenges faced by aging wildlife and inspires conservation efforts.