Concept:"Operation Stripes" was a specialised wildlife rescue mission conducted by the Andhra Pradesh Forest Department in February 2026.
Explanation:The operation focused on the rescue, monitoring, and release of an adult male tiger nicknamed 'Explorer'.
This tiger became famous for its remarkable
650 km migration from Maharashtra through Telangana.
It was eventually tranquilised in the Kakinada district of Andhra Pradesh.
On February 14, 2026, the tiger was successfully released into the core area of Papikonda National Park (PNP).
For the first time, the state used satellite collaring and real-time GPS tracking to monitor the tiger's adaptation to its new habitat.
Authorities also initiated plans to increase the herbivore (prey) population in the park to support the big cat.
Note that M-STrIPES is a general software tool for tiger monitoring across India, but "Operation Stripes" was the specific name of this 2026 rescue mission in Andhra Pradesh.
Answer:B. The rescue and release of the tiger ‘Explorer’ in Andhra Pradesh.