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First Indian-born cheetah, Mukhi gives birth to 5 cubs

Digital Desk: Mukhi, an Indian-born cheetah, gave birth to five cubs today, as stated by Minister for Environment, Forests, and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav.

Mr. Yadav stated on social media that this is the first time in recent memory that a cheetah born in India has procreated. He described this as a significant accomplishment for Project Cheetah and stated that the cheetah's ability to successfully reproduce after being born in India is a reliable indicator of the species' adaptability, well-being, and future prospects in Indian environments.

Mukhi, who was born in Kuno National Park and is currently 33 months old, is the first female cheetah born in India to have offspring, marking a new standard for Project Cheetah.

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In a delightful breakthrough for India’s cheetah reintroduction initiative, Mukhi — the first Indian-born female cheetah, aged 33 months — has given birth to five cubs. This is the first time in recent… pic.twitter.com/aw4oGTLAfY

— Bhupender Yadav (@byadavbjp) November 20, 2025

Celebrated as a historic conservation achievement, this milestone for Mukhi and Project Cheetah demonstrates India's commitment to preserving endangered species for future generations and rebuilding its wildlife legacy.