PM Narendra Modi shares ‘very good news’ about lions living in Gujarat’s Gir Forest

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also shared four images of the majestic Asiatic Lion living in Gir Forest in Gujarat.

Updated on: Jun 10, 2020, 20:30:33 IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | By Trisha Sengupta

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to both Twitter and Instagram to share some “very good news” about the majestic Asiatic lions living in the Gir Forest in Gujarat.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared four images along with his tweet. (Twitter/@narendramodi)

“Two very good news: Population of the majestic Asiatic Lion, living in Gujarat’s Gir Forest, is up by almost 29%. Geographically, distribution area is up by 36%,” the prime minister wrote. Then he praised “the people of Gujarat” whose “efforts have led to this excellent feat.”

PM Modi also shared four images of the majestic beings and they are gorgeous.

While one image shows a yawning lioness, another shows a family of lions. Take a look at the tweet to know about the other two pictures:

People shared varied comments on both the posts. While some were elated by the news, others commented on the beauty of the wild animals. There were also a few who congratulated the entire Gujarat Forest Department.

“Great news sir,” wrote a Twitter user. “Wow! Great news! It gives me immense pleasure and feeling of contentment when I see such positive news of nature and wildlife,” expressed another.

Instagram users too shared similar reactions. “This is such amazing news,” wrote a user of the photo and video sharing platform. “Proud of my Gujarat,” expressed another.

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Trisha Sengupta
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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