India News Live Today February 20, 2025: Gujarat revises rules for construction near Asiatic lion habitat, sparks concern
Feb 20, 2025 11:06 PM IST
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Latest news on February 20, 2025: This change will be highly detrimental to the Gir Protected Area and its wildlife including Asiatic lions, said Bhushan Pandya, (X/gir_park)
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Feb 20, 2025 11:06 PM IST
India News Live: Gujarat revises rules for construction near Asiatic lion habitat, sparks concern
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