Jaisalmer, October 4 (Daily Kiran) : On October 4, 2026, Indian Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, released two male Great Indian Bustards at the Sam area of the Desert National Park in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. This momentous occasion comes after nearly a decade of dedicated efforts by scientists, researchers, and ground staff focused on reintroducing this critically endangered species to the region.
Following the release, Yadav took to social media platform X to express his gratitude, stating, “Today, we took a significant step by releasing two male Great Indian Bustards in the Sam area of Jaisalmer’s Desert National Park. This achievement is a result of the unwavering commitment of our scientists, researchers, and ground staff who have worked tirelessly for years to reestablish the GIB in the deserts of Rajasthan.”
The minister also acknowledged Prime Minister Modi for his guidance and continuous support in conservation efforts. “I thank PM Modi for his ongoing encouragement and cooperation, which has empowered our scientific community to work on the conservation of all species, including the GIB,” he added.
Earlier, Yadav visited a breeding center in Ramdevra, where he praised the efforts of young researchers and scientists dedicated to the conservation of this unique species. He expressed his admiration for their hard work and commitment, emphasizing that the project has been pursued with great enthusiasm over the years. “The day before the rewilding of the Great Indian Bustard in Jaisalmer, I visited the breeding center in Ramdevra. I am very impressed by our young researchers and scientists who have shown extraordinary dedication to this project,” he posted on X.
The Great Indian Bustard is one of India’s most iconic and critically endangered bird species. To protect it, a specialized conservation program is being implemented, involving government agencies, scientists, forest officials, and local communities.
According to a press release from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, “Releasing Great Indian Bustards bred in captivity into the wild is the next crucial step in our conservation program. This will provide essential scientific information to improve and develop protocols for reintroducing these birds into their natural habitat.”
The initiative includes captive breeding and conservation efforts aimed at improving the status of the Great Indian Bustard and ultimately returning captive-bred birds to the wild.
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