Proposed Schedule For Translocation Of Lions To Kuno Sanctuary

Jan-Feb 1995
•Preparation for relocation and rehabilitation of the local people from proposed national park area in Kuno with their consent.
•Translocation of captured nilgai, sambar and other ungulates that form the prey for the lion.

March-July
•Shifting of villagers from core areas of proposed Park and starting rehabilitation work at the new sites.
• Eco development programmes in villages in the Park in order to enlist their support for the plan.
• Placement of key forest staff in strategic areas of the Park.

July-November
• Demarcation of core and buffer areas.
• Placement of field staff in both areas.
•Finalisation of legal and administrative arrangements for formation of Park.

Dec-Jan 1996
• Capture of lions and release in Kuno.