Most people who plan a Gir lion safari think the trip ends the moment they exit the forest gates. But here is the truth — some of the most memorable moments of a Gir National Park visit happen after the safari, when you drive just a little further and let …
A video allegedly showing a lioness attacking a man in Gujarat’s Bhavnagar district has gone viral across social media platforms. According to several posts shared on X, the incident reportedly occurred in Palitana town. Social media reports claim that the victim, an animal caretaker, was caught by the lioness and …
Every wildlife traveller in India eventually asks the same question: is Gir National Park actually worth the trip? The honest answer is yes, but with a few things you need to know before you go. Gir is not Ranthambore. It is not Corbett. It does not have dozens of zones, …
Amreli: In an effort to reduce the increasing human-animal conflict in Gujarat’s Amreli district, the forest department has captured nearly 30 lions from the Gir East and Greater Gir regions. The large-scale operation has, however, drawn criticism from wildlife enthusiasts and conservation activists across the state. According to available information, …
The demand to relocate Asiatic lions to Kuno National Park gained fresh momentum on Sunday during President Droupadi Murmu’s visit to the protected area in Madhya Pradesh’s Sheopur district. Local residents, under the banner of the Kuno Sangharsh Samiti, renewed their appeal to the Central Government to fulfill Kuno’s long-standing …
The Forest Department has uncovered and dismantled a major unauthorised wildlife viewing operation in Gujarat’s Gir Somnath district, taking action against individuals involved in arranging illegal lion sightings within protected forest areas. During a planned enforcement drive, forest officials launched a targeted operation against seven people allegedly connected to the …
If you’re planning a wildlife trip to Gujarat in the coming weeks, it’s important to be aware of a major update from the state forest department. All national parks and wildlife sanctuaries across Gujarat National Parks Closure 2026 will be closed to tourists from June 23 as part of the …
Gir National Park and the surrounding forest landscape hold a unique place in global wildlife conservation as the only natural habitat of the Asiatic Lion. Over the years, Gujarat’s wildlife conservation initiatives have helped increase the lion population, making Gir a symbol of successful wildlife protection. However, recent concerns raised …
Introduction Lions are among the most iconic and admired animals in the world. Known as the “King of the Jungle,” lions symbolize strength, courage, and dominance. While many people are familiar with lions from documentaries and wildlife safaris, few realise that there are two distinct lion populations: the Asiatic Lion …
Introduction Gir National Park, located in Gujarat, India, is one of the most celebrated wildlife destinations in the country. Known for its rich biodiversity and thrilling safari experiences, Gir holds a unique distinction—it is the only natural habitat of the Asiatic Lion in the world. Every year, thousands of wildlife …
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