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PM Modi lauds rise in Asiatic lion population in Gujarat
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed happiness at the rise in the population of lions in Gujarat.
Written by Parimal A Dabhi
Gandhinagar | May 22, 2025 06:05 IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, on Wednesday, released the figures of the 16th Lion Population Estimation, according to which the population of Asiatic lions has recorded an increase of around 32% compared to the 15th lion census, conducted in 2020.
The population of Asiatic lions has increased to 891 from 674 in 2020.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed happiness at the rise in the population of lions in Gujarat.
The Prime Minister was reacting to Chief Minister Patel’s post on X. Modi said, “It is very encouraging information. It is heartening to note that the efforts under ‘Project Lion’ are providing them (lions) a conducive environment and ensuring their protection.”