Health & Environment
Two captive-bred Great Indian Bustards released into wild in Rajasthan
The Hindu43m
THE BRIEF
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Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav released two male Great Indian Bustards into the wild at the Desert National Park in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan.
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The rewilding milestone follows nearly a decade of conservation efforts by scientists and ground staff for the critically endangered bird.
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The breeding facilities in Sam and Ramdevra currently house 97 birds, with captive reproduction having produced 29 live chicks in 2026.