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IIE DIGITAL DESK: A Supreme Court panel has recommended banning private vehicles in Sariska Tiger Reserve, located in Rajasthan, to better safeguard its tiger population. The move aims to reduce human interference and ensure a safer habitat for the critically endangered species.

The panel's recommendations follow concerns over the negative impact of vehicular traffic on wildlife, particularly tigers. To address these issues, the panel has suggested the exclusive use of official safari vehicles, which are better regulated and monitored.

Additionally, the panel has called for the establishment of a specialized tiger protection force. This force would be tasked with patrolling the reserve, preventing poaching, and addressing any threats to the tigers' safety. The enhanced protection measures are seen as crucial steps in preserving the tiger population, which has shown signs of recovery in recent years.

The Sariska Tiger Reserve, once devoid of tigers, has seen a successful reintroduction program, making these protective measures all the more essential. The Supreme Court's final decision on these recommendations will be crucial in shaping the future of tiger conservation in India.TO PROTECT tigers and their habitats in Sariska Tiger Reserve (STR), Rajasthan, from adverse impacts of vehicular traffic, the Central Empowered Committee (CEC) of the Supreme Court has recommended a ban on entry of private vehicles by March 2025 and the creation of a special tiger protection force.