As the nation comes together to celebrate World Lion Day, the Gujarat Forest Department placed special emphasis on honouring the King of the Jungle with a particular focus on the Gir Forest in Junagadh, Gujarat, which is home to the Asiatic lion. World Lion Day was celebrated with grandeur at the Communication Centre in Sasangir, Junagadh, under Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Saturday. The event, held in the Saurashtra region saw the special presence of Gujarat Minister of Forests and Environment Mulubhai Bera.
World Lion Day was established to bring global attention to the declining number of lions and the urgent need for their conservation. While lions captivate us with their strength and magnificence, their population has been dwindling due to threats such as habitat loss, human-wildlife conflict, and poaching. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday praised the efforts of all those involved in the conservation and protection work of lions.
The Prime Minister also took to his X handle on the occasion of World Lion Day on August 10 to share a few stunning images of the big cats. Posting a tweet thread on X, PM Modi said, "On World Lion Day, I compliment all those working on Lion conservation and reiterate our commitment to protecting these majestic big cats. India, as we all know, is home to a large Lion population in Gir, Gujarat.
Over the years, their numbers have increased significantly, which is great news." "In February this year, the Union Cabinet approved the set.