The tiger population in Uttarakhand has increased at a rate of 314% between 2006 and 2022, officials said on Saturday.
Uttarakhand Chief Wildlife Warden Samir Sinha claimed the tiger population density in Uttarakhand is among the highest in the world.
The tiger population which stood at 178 in 2006 rose to 560 in 2022, recording a rise of 314%, Mr. Sinha said.