Jamuna released in Similipal Tiger Reserve

BARIPADA: Jamuna, the two-and-a-half-year old tigress which was translocated to Odisha from Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve in Maharashtra was released in the core area of Similipal Tiger Reserve on Saturday.

The tigress was released from its enclosure after STR authorities were given the consent by veterinarians and principal chief conservator of forest Susanta Nanda. Deputy director of STR South division, Samrat Gowda said the gate of the tigress’ enclosure was opened early in the morning. Jamuna left the enclosure at around 10 am and headed into the forest. “As of now, the tigress is settled in the core area and we are monitoring its movement,” he said.