Asiatic Lion population

Asiatic lion population in Gujarat rises to 674 in five years, up by almost 29%

The population of Asiatic Lions in Gujarat has witnessed a massive jump in the last five years, from 523 in 2015 to 674 in 2020. The growth rate is a jump of almost 29%. 

Jun 11, 2020, 09:31 AM IST

PM Modi shares 'Very Good News' about Asiatic lions in Gir forest

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (June 10) evening shared pictures of Asiatic lions in the Gir forest as their population has increased. The Gir forest is located in PM Modi's home state of Gujarat and is also known globally for housing Asiatic lions.

Jun 10, 2020, 22:39 PM IST