Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve, a few hours from Nagpur in Chandrapur district, is in the news for a night-time sighting. The well-known tigress Junabai was filmed late at night with her cubs on the Masal–Madanapur road in Chimur taluka, near Taj Resort, earlier this week. The video, credited to wildlife photographer Jatin Patel, later circulated widely.
Who is Junabai?
Junabai is among the most familiar tigresses in Tadoba’s Madanapur buffer, on the Chimur and Kolara side of the reserve that many Nagpur travellers use. She has reportedly given birth to 23 cubs since 2018, and is now spoken of as both a “supermom” and a “super grandmother.” She has also reportedly lost some cubs to other tigers, including three killed by a tiger named Matkasur, and others by a tiger named Tala. Her sightings with cubs have, over the years, helped draw safari visitors to the Madanapur–Kolara buffer, which is an important source of income for local families.
What this means for Tadoba visitors
A viral night video is not a reason to change how you plan a trip from Nagpur. Official Tadoba safaris run in permitted daytime slots, booked by gate on the government portal, and a sighting is never guaranteed — including of Junabai. Choose an available permit first, then a stay near that exact gate. Our earlier Tadoba safari guide from Nagpur covers gates, booking and timings. Do not try to recreate this sighting on public roads after dark, and do not treat a resort roadside as a safari route.
A short safety note
Tigers in the buffer can use village and resort roads, especially at night. If you encounter wildlife after dark, stay inside your vehicle, do not get out for a photograph, and do not approach, follow or crowd the animals. Give them space to move on, and follow any instructions from forest staff.
FAQs
Where was Junabai seen?
She was filmed late at night with her cubs on the Masal–Madanapur road in Chimur taluka, near Taj Resort.
Can I do a night safari in Tadoba?
Official Tadoba visits use permitted morning or afternoon slots booked on the government portal. Do not go looking for tigers on public roads after dark.
Who recorded the video?
The video is credited to wildlife photographer Jatin Patel.
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